sweater

noun

sweat·​er ˈswe-tər 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Rather than just rehashing typical fan gear, the collection reimagines team apparel and accessories with the brand's irreverent style, mixing varsity jackets, bold graphic tees, hoodies, jacquard sweaters, and even lifestyle items. —Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2025

The rest of the brand’s site is also up to 40% off right now, too, leading to some eye-popping steals on chunky knits and sweater dresses in premium fibers. —Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2025

Cunlin Button-down Shirt Button-downs aren’t just essential for business trips; they can be layered under sweaters for casual wear, paired with mini skirts for a night out, and paired with jeans for an everyday uniform. —Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025

Vince Funnel-Neck Cashmere Pullover This soft cashmere sweater is a quiet luxury piece that’s warm yet breathable and will make any outfit feel complete. —Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 29 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing sweater

• sweater girl
• sweater-vest

Rhymes for sweater

• better
• bettor
• debtor
• fetter
• getter
• letter
• netter
• petar
• petter
• rhetor
• setter
• tetter

Kids Definition

sweater

noun

sweat·​er ˈswet-ər 

1

: one that sweats or causes sweating

2

: a knitted or crocheted jacket or pullover