adjective

• (of a jacket or coat) showing only one row of buttons at the front when fastened.

  ‘It combines fitted flat-front trousers with a three-button single-breasted jacket that features a notched collar, two front flap pockets, one chest welt pocket, and a vented rear center seam.’

  More example sentences

  • ‘The single-breasted jacket with notch lapels is the most popular and classic style.’
  • ‘Instead, opt for a nicely fitted single-breasted blazer, preferably one that can be buttoned all the way up.’
  • ‘The knee length single-breasted coat in black & white check can be teamed with a pencil skirt for pure winter warmth.’
  • ‘A single-breasted overcoat closes with a narrow overlap and fastens down in front with a single row of buttons.’