armhole

noun

arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl 

: an opening for the arm in a garment

Examples of armhole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The small, irregular pearls appeared around the armholes of a long and lean mesh dress, and as the delicate edging on a beautiful citron yellow flapper dress with sheer panels. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

The less said about Bryan’s horrendously gauche fuchsia-and-gold dress with puffy armholes and halter neck the better. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 July 2026

Another petite reviewer praised the fit and fabric, noting that the length and armholes were perfect for her 5-foot frame. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 16 June 2026

Loose-fitting options—like A-line dresses, wide-leg pants and tops with relaxed armholes—help minimize skin-on-skin contact and allow airflow. — Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1731, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for armhole

• aldol
• atoll
• awol
• backhaul
• banal
• baseball
• befall
• cabal
• catchall
• cecal
• centrale
• downfall

Kids Definition

armhole

noun

arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl 

: an opening for the arm in a garment