NYT Dictionary

LAPPET

/ˈlæpɪt/
NounVerbLAP-petlap-pet · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2025

Meaning

A small decorative fold or flap, especially of lace or muslin, in a garment or headdress.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From lap + -et.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

wattlecreasecrimpdoubledoublingdrapedraperyflapflectionflexure

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020, 2025.

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