A short, close-fitting coat or jacket, often military in style with decorative buttons and trim.
Diminutive form of 'coat' (from Old French cote) with the suffix '-ee'. The term became popular in the 19th century for describing the fitted military jackets worn by soldiers and officials.
Military coatees were designed so soldiers could look sharp but still move in combat—they were shorter than regular coats so a sword or bayonet wouldn't get tangled, mixing fashion with deadly practicality!
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