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

Leave the gloves at home; the hems have handy thumbholes. —Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025

Think thumbholes that keep hands warm, special cuffs that prevent sleeves from riding up, a generous touch of Lycra for four-way stretch, and even a zipper pull that can be used as a hair tie. —Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025

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

Thoughtful extras include thumbholes to keep sleeves in place, an elastic zipper pull that doubles as an emergency hair tie, and a locker loop for easy hanging. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025

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