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coveralls

|cov/er/alls|

B1

🇺🇸

/ˈkʌvərˌɔlz/

🇬🇧

/ˈkʌvərˌɔːlz/

(coverall)

protective garment

Base FormPlural
coverallcoveralls
Etymology
Etymology Information

'coverall' originates from English, combining 'cover' and 'all', indicating a garment that covers the entire body.

Historical Evolution

'coverall' evolved from the concept of 'overalls', which were initially used as protective clothing.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a garment covering all', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a one-piece protective garment worn for heavy manual work.

He wore coveralls to protect his clothes while painting.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35