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
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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.
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
The thumbhole cuffs provide extra coverage and help keep sleeves in place, which makes a noticeable difference in colder, windier conditions.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
The Hoody has pullover mitts, while the Long-sleeve has thumbholes.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside, 21 Jan. 2026
The men’s assortment features a long-sleeve top with thumbholes, and a classic men’s shirt rendered in a waterproof material.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
The thumbhole cuffs provide extra coverage and help keep sleeves in place, which makes a noticeable difference in colder, windier conditions.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
The Hoody has pullover mitts, while the Long-sleeve has thumbholes.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside, 21 Jan. 2026
The men’s assortment features a long-sleeve top with thumbholes, and a classic men’s shirt rendered in a waterproof material.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for thumbhole
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“Thumbhole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thumbhole. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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