lappet

English

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

Etymology

Suffix from English lap (wrap, fold, involve, upper legs of a seated person, flap of a garment).

Origin

English

lap

Gloss

wrap, fold, involve, upper legs of a seated person, flap of a garment

Concept
Semantic Field

Motion

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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