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Definition of undercoat

undercoat

/ˈʌndərˌkoʊt/
un · der · coat
Plural:undercoats
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Past Simple:undercoated
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Past Participle:undercoated
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Present Participle:undercoating
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undercoat Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A preliminary layer of paint or sealant applied to a surface before the final coat.

Example

"The decorator applied a white undercoat to the wooden doors before painting them blue."

2

A dense, soft layer of hair or down growing beneath the longer outer hair or feathers of an animal or bird.

Example

"A husky's thick undercoat keeps it warm even in freezing arctic temperatures."

3

A coat or jacket worn underneath a heavier outer coat.

Example

"He wore a quilted undercoat beneath his trench coat to stay warm on the winter commute."

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• verb

1

To apply a preliminary layer of paint or protective sealant to a surface or the underside of a vehicle.

Example

"Make sure to sand and undercoat the cabinets before applying the gloss finish."

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• Nearby Words

underclothed
underclothes
underclothing
undercoat
undercoating
undercook
undercount

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