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
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Meanwhile, my father was wondering why his blazers were going missing. Lilliam Rivera, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026 Kate's blazer was a subtle romantic nod to her husband, as his title is, of course, the Prince of Wales. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026 Pair a white tee with a pair of trousers, a blazer and loafers for an easy office ensemble. ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026 This Free People faux suede blazer is an elegant piece that looks just as great with a pair of jeans and a turtleneck as a dress out to dinner. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 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 13 Mar. 2026.

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blazer

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

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