lapel

 
Pronunciation: /ləˈpɛl/

noun

  • the part on each side of a coat or jacket immediately below the collar which is folded back on either side of the front opening.

Derivatives

lapelled

adjective
[in combination]: a narrow-lapelled suit

Origin:

mid 17th century: diminutive of lap1

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