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Definition of "lapel" []

  • The part of a garment, such as a coat or jacket, that is an extension of the collar and folds back against the breast. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "lapel" in a sentence
  • "United Nations stamp pin lapel pins hat tie tac 1419"
  • "It must be so difficult for Obama to wear that pin lapel when he HATES America SO MUCH!!!!"
  • "The lapel is empty, the church pew is empty, he's against Israel – how many more hints PEOPLE?!"