ARMHOLE Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

armhole

noun

Definition of armhole

as in buttonhole

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Recent Examples of armhole The elastic around the armholes and the drawcord hem keep drafts out, and water has never successfully seeped through the durable nylon shell. — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026 Since the shoulder seams unfasten under pressure, the armholes can't be used as makeshift nooses, either. — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 17 Dec. 2025 This loose-fitting garment, made from 100 percent cotton, not only allows air to pass through the material, but also in and out of the relaxed neck, armholes, and hem. — Danielle Calma, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025 In the realm of tops, this means a just-right shoulder width, well-sized armholes, and a tapered waist. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for armhole

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Noun

Taken by Hujar in 1985, the black-and-white image shows Jackie in repose, dressed in a suit, with a fresh white flower in his buttonhole and a lovely drawing of him, in full makeup, positioned near his left shoulder.

— Hilton Als, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
Plus, it’s easily affixed to baby’s neckline using the adjustable buttonhole closures.

— Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026

Definition of buttonhole

Noun

Larter's two-piece featured a ruched bandeau top with a circle keyhole cutout and bottoms that had gold chain detailing on the sides.

— Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 2026
The piece was embellished with the French luxury fashion’s signature keyhole cutout, augmented by a gold outline.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 July 2026

Definition of keyhole

Noun

The station's rear panel pops off to reveal the water inlet and discharge ports, and the filter tray is behind a side panel.

— John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
Stormwater concerns Inadequate funding over the years has resulted in limited coverage areas and slow response for problems that arise in the city, like flooding problems, sinkhole repairs, clearing of pipes and inlets, and permit compliance.

— Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026

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