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Definition of coveralls

coveralls

/ˈkʌv.ɚ.ɔːlz/
cov · er · alls
Plural:coveralls
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coveralls Lexical Profile

coveralls Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A loose-fitting, one-piece protective garment with long sleeves and legs, typically worn over regular clothing during manual labor or mechanical work.

Example

"The mechanic zipped up his heavy canvas coveralls before sliding underneath the truck to inspect the transmission."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In American English, "coveralls" refers to a one-piece protective garment with full sleeves and legs, whereas "overalls" refers to trousers with a bib and shoulder straps; in British English, both garments are commonly called "overalls" or "boilersuits."

• Nearby Words

cover
coverage
coverall
coveralls
covering
coverless
coverlet

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Coveralls. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/coveralls
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