(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 0:48:20

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.]

 

© Webster 1913.

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