placket

noun

plack·​et ˈpla-kət 

1

a

: a slit in a garment (such as a skirt) often forming the closure

b

archaic : a pocket especially in a woman's skirt

2

archaic

a

: petticoat

b

: woman

Examples of placket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The fire engine-red coat is completely lined with faux fur and includes a front storm placket to keep out the snow. —Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024

Levi’s Parachute Baggy Jumpsuit This stylish take on a flight suit is crafted in soft cotton, with a baggy fit and half-button front placket. —Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024

The black minidress featured a line of buttons running down the front placket of the frock and included faux fur animal print cuffs and a collar. —Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024

Made with 55 percent acrylic and 45 percent cotton, the V-neck button-front cardigan features knitted contrast stitching along the front placket and hem. —Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

placket

noun

plack·​et ˈplak-ət 

: a slit in a garment (as a skirt) which closes after the garment has been put on