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single-breasted Definition

single-breasted (-bres′tid)

adjective

overlapping the front of the body just enough to fasten with a single row of buttons or a single button, as a coat

single-breasted Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • jacket: The single-breasted jacket is perfect for less formal weddings.
  • coat: Other versions include shearling jackets; houndstooth trenches and boxy single-breasted wool coats in shades of black, slate and pale smoke gray.