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lapel

lapel
Noun
pl: lapels

This term refers specifically to the structural fold of a garment, typically associated with formal attire like blazers, suits, or overcoats. It carries a connotation of professionalism, elegance, and sartorial tradition, often serving as a focal point for decorative accessories.

In practical usage, the lapel is the primary site for pinning boutonnieres or wearing lapel pins, which often signal membership in an organization or a specific rank. It is distinct from the collar, which wraps around the neck, whereas the lapel extends downward toward the chest.

Meanings

Nounlapel

The folded-back part of the front of a jacket or coat below the collar.

He pinned a small red flower to his left lapel.

Examples

He adjusted the lapel of his suit before entering the boardroom.

He adjusted the lapel of his suit before entering the boardroom.

Business

The detective noticed a small stain on the suspect's left lapel.

The detective noticed a small stain on the suspect's left lapel.

Detective

I should pin my name tag to my lapel so people know who I am.

Office

She wore a vintage brooch on her velvet lapel.

She wore a vintage brooch on her velvet lapel.

The speaker clipped a small lapel microphone to his jacket.

Business

Does this jacket have a notch lapel or a peak lapel?

Does this jacket have a notch lapel or a peak lapel?

He reached over to brush a piece of lint off his lapel.

He reached over to brush a piece of lint off his lapel.

The groom looked sharp with a white carnation pinned to his lapel.

The groom looked sharp with a white carnation pinned to his lapel.

Romance

I wonder if this lapel is too wide for my frame.

I wonder if this lapel is too wide for my frame.

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