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What is "lappel"

The Collaborative International Dictionary
lappel

Lapel \La*pel"\, n. [Dim. of lap a fold.] That part of a garment which is turned back; specifically, the lap, or fold, of the front of a coat in continuation of collar. [Written also lappel and lapelle.]

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lappel

n. (dated form of lapel English)

Usage examples of "lappel".

On his breast he wore a large gold star, which was half hidden by the lappel of his coat.

He stopped short, and seizing the lappel of my coat, gave it a slight tug.