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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For a chic courtside look, tie a cardigan or sweater over your shoulders and top it off with crew socks and sporty white sneakers — perfect for everything from watching the US Open to running errands. Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 27 June 2025 The budding actor wore a blue Dior pullover sweater, beige cargo shorts and a pair of brown Dior sneakers. Kayla Grant, People.com, 27 June 2025 There was a fizzy little blonde in a polka-dot mini and one of those fuzzy sweaters standing impatiently next to Angel. Helen Schulman, The Atlantic, 26 June 2025 Combs, dressed in a white sweater and glasses today, appeared to be reading something in his lap. Nbc News, NBC news, 23 June 2025 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 4 Jul. 2025.

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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