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Word entry · 7 letters

oilskin

Best crossword clue

"Waterproof coat material"

7 letters · collected on this word page

7 lettersPronunciation /ˈɔɪl.skɪn/Part of speech nounSorted iiklnosStarts with OEnds with N2 clues
1O2I3L4S5K6I7N

Definitions

  1. a macintosh made from cotton fabric treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof

Word origin

From oil + skin.

Used in a sentence

  • I noticed Larry to-day had on two vests, two coats, and an overcoat with his oilskin outside of that.
  • He was preparing to venture out again, when Gaskin opened a locker and brought out an oilskin. “Hit'll 'elp you keep dry, sir,” holding up the garment.

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Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues

01Waterproof coat material7 letters
02Waterproof rainwear7 letters

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