lapel

noun

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

A part of a garment which laps over another part, or which is turned over and folded back, either permanent or adjustable, as for buttoning and unbuttoning.

noun

That part of a garment which is turned back; specifically, the lap, or fold, of the front of a coat in continuation of collar.

noun

Each of the two triangular pieces of cloth on a suit which are folded back below the throat, leaving a triangular opening between.

noun

lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar