coveralls
UK: ˈkʌvərɔːlz | US: ˈkʌvərɔːlz
n. A one-piece protective garment worn over other clothing, typically by workers.
The word "coveralls" combines "cover" (from Old French "covrir," meaning to protect or conceal) and "all" (from Old English "eall," meaning whole or entire). The suffix "-s" denotes plurality. Originally used in the early 20th century, the term describes a garment designed to cover the entire body for protection, reflecting its functional purpose in labor-intensive settings.
The mechanic wore grease-stained coveralls while repairing the engine.
Coveralls are essential for painters to avoid stains on their clothes.
She zipped up her coveralls before entering the construction site.
The factory provides clean coveralls to all employees daily.
His coveralls were torn after hours of heavy-duty work.