LAPEL

lapel

(noun) lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

lapel (plural lapels)

Each of the two triangular pieces of cloth on the front of a jacket or coat that are folded back below the throat, leaving a triangular opening between.

Anagrams

• Pella, lepal

Source: Wiktionary


La*pel", n. Etym: [Dim. of lap a fold.]

Definition: That part of a garment which is turned back; specifically, the lap, or fold, of the front of a coat in continuation of collar. [Written also lappel and lapelle.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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