Coatigan

Pronunciation: /ˈkoʊtɪɡən/

Definitions of coatigan

noun a type of garment that combines features of a coat and a cardigan, typically made of a thick, warm material

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a coatigan to keep me warm in the winter.

A2 She wore a coatigan over her dress for the party.

B1 The coatigan she bought was made of a soft wool blend.

B2 The coatigan was a versatile piece that could be dressed up or down.

C1 The designer coatigan was featured in a fashion magazine.

C2 Her coatigan collection included various colors and styles for every occasion.

Examples of coatigan in a Sentence

formal She wore a coatigan to the office to stay warm in the chilly air-conditioned room.

informal I love throwing on a coatigan when I'm running errands on a cool day.

slang Check out this new coatigan I snagged at the thrift store!

figurative The coatigan of responsibility weighed heavily on his shoulders as he took on more tasks at work.

Grammatical Forms of coatigan

• past tense: coatiganed
• plural: coatigans
• comparative: more coatigan
• superlative: most coatigan
• present tense: coatigans
• future tense: will coatigan
• perfect tense: have coatiganed
• continuous tense: is coatiganing
• singular: coatigan
• positive degree: coatigan
• infinitive: to coatigan
• gerund: coatiganing
• participle: coatiganed

Origin and Evolution of coatigan

First Known Use: 1967 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'coatigan' is a blend of the words 'coat' and 'cardigan', combining the styles of a coat and a cardigan sweater.

Evolution of the word: The term 'coatigan' was first used in the late 1960s to describe a hybrid garment that combines the structure of a coat with the comfort of a cardigan. It has since become a popular term in the fashion industry to refer to this specific style of outerwear.