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

Examples of sweater in a Sentence

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This drying rack, $18.99 at OXO, is made especially for sweaters. Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025 For a twist on workwear, channel Prada’s men’s runway by pairing slouchy trousers with a cropped floral blouse and layered sweater. Christina Holevas, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025 And that heart’s wearing a burgundy-and-blue sweater right now. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2025 Winfrey wore a bright yellow sweater in honor of King's call signs which is sunshine. Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025 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 23 Apr. 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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