lapel

noun

la·pel | \lə-ˈpel

Definition of lapel

: the part of a garment that is turned back specifically : the fold of the front of a coat that is usually a continuation of the collar

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He wore a carnation in his lapel.

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The same man wore lapel pins, including one of the U.S. and Saudi flags intertwined, that other bodyguards accompanying Prince Mohammed wore on the trip. — Suzan Fraser, Fox News, "Man linked to Saudi prince at consulate when writer vanished," 18 Oct. 2018 This gray, three-button, notch-lapel number was tailored smartly to Byrne's frame. — Adam Tschorn, latimes.com, "The mystery of who made David Byrne’s tour suit is solved. But what about that wild, wild third pocket?," 4 May 2018 The long sleeve, short length dress is ultra-flattering thanks to its wrap detail, finished with a satin lapel. — Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, "Fergie Nailed Her Mother of the Bride Look," 12 Oct. 2018 Each kit comes with four sample-size products and one lapel pin of the iconic Sephora black and white shopping bag. — Leah Prinzivalli, Teen Vogue, "Sephora Has Reportedly Started Selling Mystery Bags of Makeup Products," 26 Sep. 2018 Each kit comes with four sample-size products and one lapel pin of the iconic Sephora black and white shopping bag. — Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, "Sephora Is Offering Mystery Makeup Kits Full of Beauty Surprises," 26 Sep. 2018 The Nutters suit, unlike others on the Row, was cut for flash: tight-waisted and small-chested to emphasize the body, with a long jacket and mega lapels. — Matthew Schneier, New York Times, "Meet the Man Who Dressed Mick Jagger," 5 July 2018 And clicking often brings us straight to the digital analog of one’s papers pinned to one’s lapel, the profile page. — Michael Andor Brodeur, BostonGlobe.com, "America in profile (pics)," 28 June 2018 With his skinny tie and lapels, pointy-toe shoes, and seriously shellacked hair, he could almost be mistaken for a French Ricky Martin. — Sam Dangremond, Town & Country, "French President Emmanuel Macron Has the Hottest Security in Global Politics," 25 Apr. 2018

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