hoodie

noun

hood·​ie ˈhu̇-dē 

variants or less commonly hoody

: a hooded sweatshirt

He dresses with collegiate insouciance, outfitting himself in a hoodie and jeans …

—L. Jon Wertheim

There were lots of kids milling around in this area, so I pulled what was left of my hoodie over my head and kept my face down, hands in pockets, as we made our way through the crowd.

—R. J. Palacio

Examples of hoodie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s plenty to explore in the hub, but hidden between the beloved Scuba hoodies and Wunder Puff coats are gems that are hype-worthy not just because of their popularity, quality, or design—but also for their under-$50 price tags. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026

Brady even wore a Raiders hoodie. —Ed Graney Las Vegas Review-Journal, Arkansas Online, 21 Jan. 2026

In this segment, prices will start around $78 for T-shirts and go up to $450 for cargo pants, with zip hoodies and classic denims offered in four fits in the mix. —Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 21 Jan. 2026

The debut drop features 10 easygoing styles, from hoodies and crewnecks to cardigans and shorts, all designed for that sweet spot between dressed and relaxed. —Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

hood entry 1 + -ie

First Known Use

1990, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hoodie

• goody
• woody

Kids Definition

hoodie

noun

hood·​ie ˈhu̇-dē 

variants also hoody

pl hoodies

: a hooded sweatshirt