single-breasted

American

[sing-guhl-bres-tid] / ˈsɪŋ gəlˈbrɛs tɪd /

adjective

(of a coat, jacket, etc.) having a front closure directly in the center with only a narrow overlap secured by a single button or row of buttons.
(of a suit) having a jacket or coat of this type.

single-breasted British

adjective

(of a garment) having the fronts overlapping only slightly and with one row of fastenings

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Etymology

Origin of single-breasted

First recorded in 1790–1800

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Single breasted sack overcoats, with fly front, are most desirable from every point of view.

From The Copeland Method A Complete Manual for Cleaning, Repairing, Altering and Pressing All Kinds of Garments for Men and Women, at Home or for Busines by Copeland, Vanness

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