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blazer

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Noun — A lightweight, semi-formal jacket, often part of a uniform or worn with smart-casual outfits.

Synonyms

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sport coat sports coat sport jacket sports jacket

How to use blazer

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navy blazer school blazer blazer and trousers

Etymology

From "blaze" plus "-er." The word is often traced to the bright scarlet jackets worn by a Cambridge rowing club in the 19th century, whose "blazing" colour gave the garment its name.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “blazer” mean?

The word “blazer” means a lightweight, semi-formal jacket, often part of a uniform or worn with smart-casual outfits. In plain terms, a smart jacket, usually not part of a full matching suit.

How do you pronounce “blazer”?

“Blazer” is pronounced BLAY-zuh (/ˈbleɪzɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “blazer” in a sentence?

Here is “blazer” used in a sentence: “He wore a navy blazer with grey trousers to the interview.”

What part of speech is “blazer”?

“Blazer” is a noun.

Where does the word “blazer” come from?

The word “blazer” dates back to around 1800. From "blaze" plus "-er." The word is often traced to the bright scarlet jackets worn by a Cambridge rowing club in the 19th century, whose "blazing" colour gave the garment its name.

Is “blazer” a common word?

“Blazer” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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