Associations to the word «Tailcoat»

Wiktionary

TAILCOAT, noun. A formal evening jacket with an extended back panel; a dress coat.
TAILCOAT, noun. Any coat with similar tails.

Dictionary definition

TAILCOAT, noun. Formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men.

Wise words

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Alexander Pope