a historic division of Ireland located in the northeastern part of the island; six of Ulster's nine counties are in Northern Ireland
"The history books explain that when the partition occurred, only three of the nine counties making up Ulster remained within the Republic of Ireland."
loose long overcoat of heavy fabric; usually belted
"She pulled her wool ulster tighter against the biting wind as she hurried toward the bus stop."
Alternative form of ulster (“men's heavy overcoat”)
"After the rain turned to snow, he pulled his heavy ulster tight around himself as he walked through the busy market square."
A long, loose overcoat made of wool or other rough material, often called a greatcoat, which sometimes features an attached shoulder cape covering the back and sleeves, and which can sometimes be buttoned in front.
The northern province of Ireland, made up of all six Northern Irish counties and three counties in the Republic of Ireland.
"The map clearly shows that Ulster includes counties from both the north and south of Ireland."