sweater

noun

sweat·​er ˈswe-tər How to pronounce sweater (audio)
1
: one that sweats or causes sweating
2
a
: a knitted or crocheted jacket or pullover
b
: a heavy jersey worn in ice hockey

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Nordstrom has a nearly identical sweater in the same color that can be tucked into these linen-blend pull-on pants for an instant effortless look that works for morning strolls or lunch with friends. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026 But, like a lumpy blue sweater that wants its cerulean origins to be told, there’s more to the story. Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026 In my opinion, no off-duty outfit is complete without a bright sweater wrapped stylishly around your shoulders. Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 28 Apr. 2026 Quiet-luxury proponents would often speak of frequency of use and cost per wear in justifying a four-figure black wool sweater. Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sweater

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sweater was in the 15th century

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“Sweater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweater. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

sweater

noun
sweat·​er ˈswet-ər How to pronounce sweater (audio)
1
: one that sweats or causes sweating
2
: a knitted or crocheted jacket or pullover

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