1
: one that blazes
2
: a sports jacket often with notched collar and patch pockets

Examples of blazer in a Sentence

He wore a blue blazer and khaki pants. a wool skirt and matching blazer
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Josh O’Connor has stepped out in a perfectly boxy and slouchy gray pinstriped suit, while Benito Skinner has embraced the timeless three-piece suit—only to ditch the blazer, throw it over his shoulders, and rock the vest. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026 Prince Harry styled straight-leg jeans, white button-down, and blazer, while Markle took a dressier approach in a monochrome look. — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 15 Oct. 2026 The collection introduces the first formal suit for boys, comprising a relaxed-fit five-pocket pant and a Western-style blazer. — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026 The accessories, combined with his amazing long locks, give his grey-green blazer a rock star flair. — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blazer

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 17 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

: a sports jacket in bright stripes or solid color
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