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Definition of lapel

lapel

/ləˈpɛl/
la · pel
Plural:lapels
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• noun

1

The folded flap of cloth on either side of the front of a coat or jacket, extending downward from the collar.

Example

"He proudly pinned a bright red poppy to the lapel of his tailored suit jacket."

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• Rhymes for lapel

• Nearby Words

lanzones
laos
lapageria
lapel
lapsi
laptop
lapwing

Word Origin & Etymology

From the English word 'lap' (meaning a fold or flap of a garment, from Old English 'læppa') combined with the diminutive suffix '-el'. It literally means 'a small fold'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lapel. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lapel
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