Definition of "lappel" [lappel]

• Alternative, and possibly dated, spelling of lapel (noun)

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• "‘Gadso!’ said the undertaker: taking Mr. Bumble by the gilt – edged lappel of his official coat; ‘that’s just the very thing I wanted to speak to you about."
• "Corner, by the lappel of his coat; ‘you must persuade the Serjeant to see me, and my client here.’"
• "Gonzales even has his little symbol on his lappel."