lavaliere
AmericanUsage
What is a lavaliere? Lavaliere is a shortening of lavaliere microphone, a small microphone that is attached to the clothing at the neckline and is either wireless or has a wire hidden within the wearer’s clothes. Lavaliere microphones are especially used in television studio recording but are also used for other types of events, such as in-the-field recording, live performances, or local gatherings. Lavaliere microphones are also known as lapel mikes, lavs, and lav mics.A lavaliere is also a pendant or similar ornament worn around the neck on a chain. Lavalieres are often large or very detailed and artistic and can be worn on a small chain to draw attention to the pendant itself rather than the whole item. Most lavalieres feature genuine or imitation precious stones or jewels. Example: Hwan made sure his lavaliere was attached to his collar before the show started.
Etymology
Origin of lavaliere
First recorded in 1915–20; after the Duchesse de La Vallière (1644–1710), one of the mistresses of Louis XIV
Example Sentences
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When I was a child, my father gave me a necklace called a lavaliere.
From New York Times
The lavaliere was concealed in tall grass immediately beneath the window of Carpenter's room, and thus had at first escaped the eyes of the police.
From Project Gutenberg
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