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

But the majority of my suitcase was filled with far more practical—but equally as cool—pieces, like flattering Old Navy leggings, cozy Abercrombie sweaters, chic Bleusalt sets, and Ugg platform boots. —Bella Gerard, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026

Back in October, and then again three days ago, Oprah posted to Instagram reels in an all light-brown ensemble consisting of a quarter-zip sweater, straight-leg jeans, and court-style sneakers. —Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026

The tangerine stripes down the sides lend a fresh splash for casual days, and they’re easily paired with either the aforementioned cashmere sweater or a matching hoodie. —Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026

The lawsuit includes multiple photos of bugs on Garcia's sweater, as well as what appears to be bugs on a napkin with the airline's name on it. —Dan Raby, CBS News, 31 Dec. 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