Epaulet Definition & Meaning – Merriam-Webster

: something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
a
: an ornamental fringed shoulder pad formerly worn as part of a military uniform
b
: an ornamental strip or loop sewn across the shoulder of a dress or coat
epauletted
ˌe-pə-ˈle-təd 
ˈe-pə-ˌle-
a
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