coverall
Americannoun
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a loose-fitting, one-piece work garment, consisting of a trouserlike portion and a top with or without sleeves, worn over other clothing.
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overalls for women.
noun
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a thing that covers something entirely
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(usually plural) protective outer garments for the body
Etymology
Origin of coverall
Example Sentences
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Readers are kindly asked to don their coveralls and safety glasses.
There was the social worker in paint-splattered coveralls, smiling with a bunch of kids.
From Literature
He was wearing his painting coveralls with Fox Run stitched on the pocket.
From Literature
In white coverall suits and full-face respirators, hazmat workers went property by property sifting through the ashes to dredge up lead-acid batteries, tins of paint thinner and pesticide canisters.
From Los Angeles Times
Gone is the eatery’s unofficial mascot, that folksy fellow in coveralls who enjoys leaning on a wooden barrel.
From Los Angeles Times
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