Surcoat
/ˈsɜːrkəʊt/
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Pro Tip 1/3Historic Clothing
Surcoat refers to garments from bygone eras, not modern outerwear. 
Museums display surcoats to illustrate historical attire.
Pro Tip 2/3Coat of Arms
Surcoats often bore the wearer's emblem, showcasing lineage or allegiance. 
Nobles' surcoats were emblazoned with their family's coat of arms.
Pro Tip 3/3Theatrical Usage
In plays or films, surcoats help visually convey a historical period. 
Actors wore surcoats to depict the medieval setting accurately.