sweater

noun

sweat·​er ˈswe-tər How to pronounce sweater (audio)
1
: one that sweats or causes sweating
2
a
: a knitted or crocheted jacket or pullover
b
: a heavy jersey worn in ice hockey

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Not if the other team comes out wearing Dallas sweaters. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026 The shooter, wearing a blue sweater, ran off and has not been caught, cops said. Sheetal Banchariya, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026 And maybe bring a sweater and hat in case of colder weather after the sun sets. Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026 Matter—slim, dark-haired, attired in a dark blue zip-up sweater and matinee idol handsome—is a natural entertainer who savored every moment holding a mic. Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sweater

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sweater was in the 15th century

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“Sweater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweater. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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sweater

noun
sweat·​er ˈswet-ər How to pronounce sweater (audio)
1
: one that sweats or causes sweating
2
: a knitted or crocheted jacket or pullover

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