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lappet

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noun

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The correct spelling is lappet. A small decorative fold or flap, especially of lace or muslin, in a garment or headdress. For example: "Some vultures have lappets of bare flesh on the sides of the head."

Usage Examples

Some vultures have lappets of bare flesh on the sides of the head.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A small decorative fold or flap, especially of lace or muslin, in a garment or headdress.
  2. 2.A wattle or flap-like structure on the face.
  3. 3.A head-dress made with lappets for lace pendants.
  4. 4.Lobe (division of an organ).

verb

  1. 1.To decorate with, or as if with, lappets.

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