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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For a bit more polish, reach for a classic oversized blazer. Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026 The Welsh melody merchants kick things off in May, bringing their psych-pop blazers and splendorous baroque-pop to venues around the United Kingdom and Ireland. Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026 While Quince sells plenty of Italian leather jackets and blazers, cashmere sweaters, wide-leg pants, and the like for a capsule wardrobe, don’t overlook its loungewear. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026 Jung wore a blazer, dress shirt and jeans. Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 17 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 27 Mar. 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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