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Definition of overgarment

overgarment

/ˈoʊ.vɚˌɡɑːr.mənt/
o · ver · gar · ment
Plural:overgarments
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overgarment Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An outer piece of clothing, such as a coat, cloak, robe, or smock, worn over other indoor attire for warmth, protection, or ceremonial purposes.

Example

"Before stepping out into the winter wind, she draped a heavy woolen overgarment over her tunic."

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• Nearby Words

overfull
overfund
overfussy
overgarment
overgeneralization
overgeneralize
overgenerosity

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as a compound of the prefix 'over-' and 'garment' (from Old French 'garnement', meaning equipment or apparel).

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