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Coattail Definition & Meaning

coattail
noun
  1. the loose back flap of a coat that hangs below the waist

"Coattail" in song lyrics

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  • "Yeah, mami ride on my coattail"
    Doap Nixon f/ Journalist — About Me

Words that rhyme with coattail

Usage tips for "coattail"

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Frequently asked questions

What does coattail mean?
the loose back flap of a coat that hangs below the waist
What part of speech is coattail?
Coattail is a noun.

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