blazer

noun

blaz·​er ˈblā-zər How to pronounce blazer (audio)
1
: one that blazes
2
: a sports jacket often with notched collar and patch pockets
blazered adjective

Examples of blazer in a Sentence

He wore a blue blazer and khaki pants. a wool skirt and matching blazer
Recent Examples on the Web To accompany the look, Henson wore a cropped blazer. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024 Lately, she’s been gravitating to boxy blazers and suits. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 26 Apr. 2024 Lululemon Lululemon’s Mother’s Day curation includes leggings, tops, jackets, tennis skirts, bags, jumpsuits, and even a blazer and button-down shirt. Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 26 Apr. 2024 For a night out with friends, take the plunge with a little black dress and an oversized blazer, but don’t forget to add a pair of wedged boots. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 24 Apr. 2024 They can also be relied on for blazers and work pants that don’t feel stuffy. Paula Lee, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2024 Because the Capitol loves a celebrity — as evidenced by an abundance of young women in bright pink blazers milling the hallways hoping for a glimpse. Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024 Despite the heat, Tony Green, also a Fort Worth native, sported a violet colored blazer featuring a plethora of Fort Worth themed patches and those of local businesses to the event. Noah Alcala Bach, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2024 Highlights of the Duchovny edit include a double-breasted mohair suit ($2,745), calf leather derby shoes ($640), a linen bomber jacket ($2,995), suede sneakers ($495), a couple of pairs of pleated wool trousers ($745), a cashmere silk t-shirt ($560), and an unstructured cashmere blazer. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of blazer was in the 15th century

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“Blazer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blazer. Accessed 2 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

blazer

noun
blaz·​er ˈblā-zər How to pronounce blazer (audio)
: a sports jacket in bright stripes or solid color

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