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Meaning of lappet

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

lappet

noun

Definitions

  1. A small decorative fold or flap, especially of lace or muslin, in a garment or headdress.

  2. A wattle or flap-like structure on the face.

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

  3. A head-dress made with lappets for lace pendants.

  4. Lobe (division of an organ).

verb

Definitions

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