Meaning of the word macintosh in English

What does macintosh mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

macintosh

US /ˈmæk.ɪn.tɑːʃ/
UK /ˈmæk.ɪn.tɒʃ/

Noun

a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric

Example:
He wore a heavy macintosh to protect himself from the rain.
Her bright yellow macintosh stood out in the crowd.

Trademark

a brand of personal computer designed and marketed by Apple Inc.

Example:
She prefers working on a Macintosh for graphic design.
The first Macintosh computer was introduced in 1984.