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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So in Colorado, where Touma used to live, her winter wardrobe was full of jackets and sweaters—ready for the winter climate. Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 13 Jan. 2025 The most popular way to style ballet flats seems to be with jeans paired with sweaters or blouses, elevating even the most basic or casual outfits. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025 Right Now Best New Amazon Tops Some of the best fashion arrivals include hoodies, blouses, and sweaters. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025 The boutique has pants, jackets, shirts, sweaters and shoes. Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sweater 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 22 Jan. 2025.

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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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