placket

noun

plack·​et ˈpla-kət 

1

a

: a slit in a garment (such as a skirt) often forming the closure

b

archaic : a pocket especially in a woman's skirt

2

archaic

a

: petticoat

b

: woman

Examples of placket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Related Articles Running down the front placket of the look were gold buttons with intricate designs distinct to Schiaparelli’s oeuvre, including the Italian luxury fashion house’s signature keyhole gold button and further ornate bijoux designs. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 June 2025

National Museum in Jakarta During her tour of the National Museum of Jakarta, Macron wore a blue suit with unique buttons running down the front placket of the ensemble. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 May 2025

It’s finished with a half-button placket, straight point collar, and flared skirt that hits right below the knees on most people. —Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 29 May 2025

The blazer included long sleeves and buttons hidden under the front placket of the jacket. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for placket

• bracket
• jacket
• packet
• racket
• racquet
• straitjacket

Kids Definition

placket

noun

plack·​et ˈplak-ət 

: a slit in a garment (as a skirt) which closes after the garment has been put on