lavalier

English

A lavalier microphone
A set of a lavalier and headset microphone

Etymology

Borrowed from French lavallière, named after French noblewoman Louise de La Vallière (1644–1710).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌlæv.əˈlɪɹ/, /ˌlɑv-/

Noun

lavalier (plural lavaliers)

  1. (jewelry) An item of jewellery consisting of a pendant, sometimes with one stone, suspended from a necklace.
    Alternative form: lavaliere
  2. A lavalier microphone.
    Synonym: lapel mic

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