blazer

noun

blaz·​er ˈblā-zər How to pronounce blazer (audio)
1
: one that blazes
2
: a sports jacket often with notched collar and patch pockets
blazered adjective

Examples of blazer in a Sentence

He wore a blue blazer and khaki pants. a wool skirt and matching blazer
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The ensemble featured a blazer designed with sharp lapels and coordinated with wide-leg trousers, tailored for her silhouette. Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025 Back To The Office An oversized blazer, silk separates, and chunky boots scream officecore when worn together. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025 The pack comes with 30 suit hangers for shirts, blazers, slacks and more. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025 Here, the latter is a lovely addition underneath Bally’s oversized suede blazer and a pair of grey flannel trousers from La Ligne. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for blazer 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of blazer was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near blazer

Cite this Entry

“Blazer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blazer. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

blazer

noun
blaz·​er ˈblā-zər How to pronounce blazer (audio)
: a sports jacket in bright stripes or solid color

More from Merriam-Webster on blazer

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!