placket

American  

[plak-it] / ˈplæk ɪt /

noun

1. the opening or slit at the top of a skirt, or in a dress or blouse, that facilitates putting it on and taking it off.

2. a pocket, especially one in a woman's skirt.

3. Archaic.

   1. a petticoat.

   2. a woman.

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placket British  

/ ˈplækɪt /

noun

1. a piece of cloth sewn in under a closure with buttons, hooks and eyes, zips, etc

2. the closure itself

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Etymology

Origin of placket

1595–1605; variant of placard breastplate < Old French, derivative of plaquier to plate < Middle Dutch placken to patch; cf. plaque

Example Sentences

The placket is a fascinating spot for distinction; it can barge out front, or slither against you à la française, or hide entirely.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2023

The four-button placket shirt offers a vintage vibe and the collar has removable collar stays for extra pop.

From Golf Digest • Mar. 16, 2018

Every 30 seconds, with a cracker-size plastic clip he wore on the placket of his short-sleeved blue plaid shirt.

From New York Times • Jul. 16, 2014

A contrast stripe of red along the asymmetrical button placket of a black shirt created the effect of a regimental sash draped diagonally across the chest.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2011

The nail of her forefinger split and the balls of her thumbs ached as she struggled with the placket.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison