Mackintosh

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɒʃ

Origin

From Charles Macintosh (1766–1843), who patented a type of rubberized cloth in 1823. Former trademark. The letter k is a later addition.

Alternative forms

• macintosh, Macintosh
• Mackintosh

Full definition of mackintosh

Noun

1. A waterproof long coat made of rubberized cloth.
2. By extension, any waterproof coat or raincoat.
• Happiness - written by A.A. MilneJohn had great big waterproof boots on;John had a great big waterproof hat;John had a great big waterproof mackintosh --And that (Said John) is that.
3. Waterproof rubberized cloth.

Synonyms

• mac
• mack
• raincoat

Derived terms

• mackintosh cape, macintosh cloak
• mackintosh coat
• mackintosh covering, mackintosh sheet
• mackintosh-maker

Related terms

• oilskins