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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Layering is key here, so add a lightweight mac (or a blazer), a pair of loafers (or low-heeled boots), and a chic work tote (or a smaller shoulder bag) to keep it smart. India Roby, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026 Prior to her flight, the five-time Emmy nominee attended the Euphoria season 3 premiere in a chic blazer and sunglasses, later removing the jacket to reveal a sheer, fully see-through top. Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Apr. 2026 In an ideal world, every wardrobe would have at least one linen blazer. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 Wear your green blazer jackets and get hungry for pimento cheese sandwiches. Ella Gonzales april 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 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 11 Apr. 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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