Definition

A piece of furniture with hooks or pegs where you can hang coats and other clothing items.

Example

Please hang your coat on the coatrack when you come inside.

Conversation

Have you seen my jacket? I can't find it anywhere.

Did you check the coatrack by the door?

Oh right, I completely forgot about that!

No worries, it happens to me all the time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coatrack is formed from "coat" (from Old English *cote*, meaning a covering or garment) and "rack" (from Old Norse *rǫkkr*, meaning a framework or support). The word refers to a framework or support specifically designed to hold coats.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'covering' ('coat') being placed on a 'support' ('rack') — that's what a coatrack is for.

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