dolman sleeve

noun

dol·​man sleeve ˈdōl-mən- 

ˈdȯl-,

ˈdäl-

: a sleeve very wide at the armhole and tight at the wrist often cut in one piece with the bodice

Examples of dolman sleeve in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its relaxed style is complete with dolman sleeves, a midi length that falls around your knees, and an overall relaxed fit. —Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 16 Sep. 2024

Available in over 30 colors, the set has a flattering dolman sleeve top and a drawstring waistband on the pants. —Laura Lu, Parents, 23 Feb. 2024

ThirdLove also offers an airy tee with dolman sleeves made of the same stretchy fabric that's perfect for wearing as pajamas or a comfy work-from-home staple. —Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 14 Mar. 2023

There were two secret weapons up Melchiondo’s jam-band dolmen sleeves on Rock, Vol. —A.d. Amorosi, Philly.com, 27 Mar. 2018

Jolie belted into a sweater coat with dolman sleeves. —Maria Ward, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2017

Word History

Etymology

French dolman coat with dolman sleeves, from German Dolman or Hungarian dolmány, from Turkish dolama, a Turkish robe

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

dolman sleeve

noun

dol·​man sleeve ˌdōl-mən- 

ˌdȯl-,

ˌdäl-

: a sleeve that is very wide at the armhole and tight at the wrist

Etymology

from French dolman "a woman's coat with dolman sleeves," derived from Turkish dolama "a robe (in the Turkish style)"