decoat
|de-coat|
C1
🇺🇸
/dɪˈkoʊt/
🇬🇧
/dɪˈkəʊt/
remove a layer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'decoat' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'remove' and the word 'coat' meaning 'a layer covering a surface'.
Historical Evolution
'decoat' was formed by combining the prefix 'de-' with the word 'coat' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove a layer', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/25 13:41