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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The Holiday Collection includes sweatshirts, T-shirts, a festive sweater, a hoodie, a beanie, socks and more. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 13 Dec. 2024 Ready to find the perfect sweater dress just in time for the holidays? Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2024 Fortunately, there are a handful of excellent under $300 chocolate brown finds currently on my wishlist—notably, pleated trousers at Cos, suede shoulder bags at Massimo Dutti, and scarf sweaters (my latest obsession) at Pixie Market. Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024 The sweater also includes sophisticated details like a high crewneck and button-down closure. Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2024 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 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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