Gabardine refers to a long, loose coat, historically worn in the Middle Ages, or a type of smock common in Britain.
Gabardine refers to a long, loose coat traditionally worn in the Middle Ages, or a laborer's smock, particularly in British usage.
| Front | gabardine \GAB-er-deen, gab-er-DEEN\ |
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| Back | noun 1. A long, loose coat or frock for men, worn in the Middle Ages, especially by Jews. 2. Chiefly British A loose smock worn by laborers. |
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