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Definition of redcoat

redcoat

/ˈrɛdˌkoʊt/
red · coat
Plural:redcoats
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• noun

1

A historical British soldier, especially one who served during the American Revolutionary War and wore the traditional scarlet uniform.

Example

"The museum exhibit featured an authentic wool tunic once worn by a 18th-century redcoat."

2

British An entertainment host and staff member at a Butlin's holiday camp in the United Kingdom, recognizable by their bright red blazer.

Example

"She worked as a redcoat at a seaside holiday resort for two summers before pursuing a career in theater."

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• Nearby Words

redbird
redbrick
redbud
redcoat
redcurrant
redden
redding

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century as a compound of "red" and "coat," originally referring to the distinctive scarlet tunics worn by British infantrymen from the 17th to the late 19th centuries.

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