single-breasted

Adjective

Meaning

Lapping over the breast only far enough to permit of buttoning, and having buttons on one edge only; as, a single-breasted coast.

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Examples

a single-breasted jacket Source: Internet

Although some style authorities consider the wing collar to be an acceptable option for black tie shirts, they should not be worn with double cuffs or a pleated bib, citation and are better suited to the more formal single-breasted peak lapel jacket. Source: Internet

The winter service dress uniform, of olive drab wool, consisted of a single-breasted coat having patch pockets with flaps, a khaki shirt and tie, and trousers that were usually cuffless. Source: Internet

Some higher-end single-breasted jackets, both new and vintage, tend to be fastened with a link front closure which is visually similar to a cufflink ; this method of closure is still common in the United Kingdom. Source: Internet

The original and most formal model of dinner jacket is the single-breasted model. Source: Internet

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