lappet

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Synonyms: lapped, lapper, lappel, loppet, tappet, wappet, lapet, lappes

Antonyms: lapped, lapper, lappel, loppet, tappet, wappet, lapet, lappes

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Noun

1. A small decorative [[fold]] or [[flap]], especially of [[lace]] or [[muslin]], in a garment or [[headdress]].
2. {{lb|en|zoology}} A [[wattle]] or flap-like structure on the face.
3. A head-dress made with lappets for lace pendants.
4. {{lb|en|obsolete|anatomy}} A [[lobe]] {{gloss|division of an organ}}.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[decorate]] with, or as if with, lappets.

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