noun Uncommon

blazer

BLAY-zuh

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Blazer (noun) means a lightweight, semi-formal jacket, often part of a uniform or worn with smart-casual outfits. Example: “He wore a navy blazer with grey trousers to the interview.”

noun

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

"He wore a navy blazer with grey trousers to the interview."

"The school blazer had the crest embroidered on the pocket."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA smart jacket, usually not part of a full matching suit.

Common pairings

navy blazer school blazer blazer and trousers

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: blazers

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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.

· First attested 1800

Class of 1800 blazer joined the language around 1800.

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Synonyms

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sport coat sports coat sport jacket sports jacket

Rhymes for blazer

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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.