gon1 sap1 lau1乾濕褸干湿褛
Jyutpinggon1 sap1 lau1
Yalegōn sāp lāu
Definition
Trench coat; a windproof and waterproof overcoat with a belt.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
The term is a direct loan translation from the English trench coat, emphasizing its functional properties of being both windproof and waterproof. It is specifically used for the belted, double-breasted style popularized by heritage fashion brands. While it describes a specific garment, it is widely understood in Hong Kong fashion retail contexts.
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gin2件gínExamples
The style of this trench coat is very classic.
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