thumbhole

noun

thumb·​hole ˈthəm-ˌhōl 

1

: an opening in which to insert the thumb

2

: a hole in a wind musical instrument opened or closed by the thumb

Examples of thumbhole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The versatile crewneck top is cropped above the hips and has thumbholes. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026

From the v-neck to the thumbhole sleeves, throwback stirrup pants, tech-y tubing and Prada's signature red stripe, this thing looks cool. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 8 June 2026

This long-sleeve top has thumbholes to keep the sleeves in place during activities, four-way stretch to provide comfort, and is available in black and white. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026

Thoughtful extras include front pockets with an interior card sleeve, thumbholes for chilly days, and an elastic zipper pull that handily doubles as an emergency hair tie—all for under $100. — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for thumbhole

• bankroll
• bedroll
• borehole
• cajole
• catchpole
• charcoal
• condole
• control
• dipole
• downhole
• enroll
• extol