lappet

• Sustantivo que designa un pliegue de piel carnoso que cuelga del cuello de ciertas aves o lagartos, o una solapa decorativa pequeña en la ropa, o una polilla peluda de tamaño mediano.

A noun referring to a fleshy fold of skin hanging from the neck of certain birds or lizards, or a small decorative flap on a garment, or a medium-sized hairy moth.

1. Fleshy skin fold on animalsC1formalscientific

   A wrinkled, often brightly colored fold of skin that hangs from the neck or throat of certain birds, such as chickens and turkeys, or lizards.

   Papada colgante de aves o reptiles

   • The turkey's bright red lappet was a striking feature.
   • The lizard's lappet expanded when it felt threatened.
   • Roosters often have prominent lappets on their necks.

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2. Fabric flap on clothingC2formal

   A small decorative flap or fold of fabric on a garment or headdress.

   Lengüeta decorativa

   • The medieval gown had a lappet hanging from the sleeve.
   • She adjusted the lappet on her hat for a better fit.
   • The headdress was adorned with a delicate lappet of silk.

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3. Type of mothC2formalscientific

   A medium-sized hairy moth whose larvae are known as lappet caterpillars.

   Oruga lappet / mariposa lappet

   • The lappet moth is often found in wooded areas.
   • Lappet caterpillars are known for their distinctive hairy appearance.
   • Entomologists study the lappet moth's life cycle.

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