armhole

noun

arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl How to pronounce armhole (audio)
: an opening for the arm in a garment

Examples of armhole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The seamless armholes cut down on chafing while granting a free range of arm movements to paddle unencumbered. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023 Sew ends together, leaving armholes toward the top of the rectangle. Juliana Labianca, Good Housekeeping, 21 Aug. 2023 The oversized armholes allow maximum mobility so your dog can run and play without interruption. Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023 Double-needle stitching at the neck and armholes also boosts its quality and strength. Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2023 Take your time to be sure your baby's arms are through the armholes. Jessica Hartshorn, Good Housekeeping, 30 Mar. 2023 The best-selling white T-shirt at The Frankie Shop comes with drop armholes and shoulder pads that give you the sharp silhouette of Grace Jones. Kathleen Hou, ELLE, 10 Mar. 2023 Each one of our shirts features a hand sewn shoulder, armhole, collar, cuffs and bottom hem gusset.... Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 16 Apr. 2021 Iron entire front from tail to the collar, including the armhole seam. Jamie Kim, Good Housekeeping, 7 May 2021 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1731, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of armhole was in 1731

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“Armhole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armhole. Accessed 3 Oct. 2023.

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armhole

noun
arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl How to pronounce armhole (audio)
: an opening for the arm in a garment

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