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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Add an understated top with flats and a modern blazer for the office, or opt for a sleeveless blouse and slingback heels for a perfectly polished finish. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 27 May 2026 Current French First Lady Brigitte Macron frequently wears Louis Vuitton and is particularly close to Nicolas Ghesquière, but also wears designs by Balmain, and blazers and coats by Alexandre Vauthier. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026 Velvet burgundy jackets, metallic blazers and sleek black tailoring created a cohesive aesthetic for the fan-favorite boy band. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026 Bieber styled two unique looks out of the same pair of low-rise black trousers and kitten-wedge thong sandals, starting with a black crochet top over a white tank top before trading the tops out for white t-shirt and khaki linen blazer with a completely different vibe. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for blazer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 31 May. 2026.

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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