coat

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The island's distinctive white colour comes from bird droppings - also known as guano - which coat the surface and give it a distinctive smell.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

His goth uniform included an olive-green trench coat he borrowed from his mom.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Add the brioche to the custard mixture and gently toss to coat.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

King has also worked to coat and sand down the missiles, a key step in improving their aerodynamics.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

I rolled up my coat and tucked it beneath my arm.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff