lapel

[US]/lə'pel/
[UK]/lə'pɛl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the folded part on the front of a coat or jacket, commonly found on suits.

Phrases & Collocations

buttonhole on lapel

pin on lapel

suit jacket lapel

Example Sentences

He was wearing a carnation in his lapel.

A silver brooch was pinned to her lapel.

She glanced briefly at his lapel badge.

He adjusted his lapel before entering the meeting room.

She pinned a flower to her lapel for the event.

The lapel of his suit was adorned with a shiny pin.

She straightened his lapel affectionately before he left.

The lapel of his coat was embroidered with intricate designs.

He proudly wore his lapel pin to show his support.

The lapel of her blazer was slightly wrinkled.

She nervously played with the lapel of her dress during the interview.

He carefully folded the lapel of his shirt before putting on his tie.

The lapel of his tuxedo was accented with a black satin trim.

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