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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