thumbhole
noun
thumb·hole
ˈthəm-ˌhōl 
1
: an opening in which to insert the thumb
2
: a hole in a wind musical instrument opened or closed by the thumb
Examples of thumbhole in a Sentence
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The half-zip pullover has a fleece interior, a stand collar, thumbholes on the sleeve, and a roomy front pocket.
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Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024
Adjustable cuffs, thumbholes, and a detachable hood all contribute to the high-level of attention to detail paid to this practical ski coat.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2024
The comfy sweatshirt is just $32 and has a relaxed fit with a front pouch, a hood, thumbholes, and a half-length zipper.
—Bridget Degnan, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2024
Available in 10 bright and neutral colors, this simple, waterproof jacket is light enough to easily pack down into your suitcase without taking up excess space, and boasts thoughtful details like a zip-off bib, thumbhole cuffs, and even a cozy hood.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2024
Some of the items include their Oversized Long Sleeve shirt, which adds thumbholes to the sleeves for athletic activity, and offers a new set of colorways to the collection—from army green to ash gray, and a flat white to their signature black.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
Thanks to a warming, gaiter-compatible high neck, thumbholes that prevent sleeves from bunching under outer layers, and a handy chest pocket, this will perfectly complement your existing ski apparel.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2023
Kayakers will appreciate the addition of thumbholes to ensure the sleeves provide full coverage while paddling.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
Cut it out with a jigsaw [b], then freehand drill the thumbhole at a shallow angle with a 7⁄16-inch paddle bit.
—Dave Hurteau, Field & Stream, 29 June 2023
Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024
Adjustable cuffs, thumbholes, and a detachable hood all contribute to the high-level of attention to detail paid to this practical ski coat.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2024
The comfy sweatshirt is just $32 and has a relaxed fit with a front pouch, a hood, thumbholes, and a half-length zipper.
—Bridget Degnan, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2024
Available in 10 bright and neutral colors, this simple, waterproof jacket is light enough to easily pack down into your suitcase without taking up excess space, and boasts thoughtful details like a zip-off bib, thumbhole cuffs, and even a cozy hood.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2024
Some of the items include their Oversized Long Sleeve shirt, which adds thumbholes to the sleeves for athletic activity, and offers a new set of colorways to the collection—from army green to ash gray, and a flat white to their signature black.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
Thanks to a warming, gaiter-compatible high neck, thumbholes that prevent sleeves from bunching under outer layers, and a handy chest pocket, this will perfectly complement your existing ski apparel.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2023
Kayakers will appreciate the addition of thumbholes to ensure the sleeves provide full coverage while paddling.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
Cut it out with a jigsaw [b], then freehand drill the thumbhole at a shallow angle with a 7⁄16-inch paddle bit.
—Dave Hurteau, Field & Stream, 29 June 2023
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“Thumbhole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thumbhole. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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