sweater
Americannoun
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a knitted jacket or jersey, in pullover or cardigan style, with or without sleeves.
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a person or thing that sweats.
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an employer who underpays and overworks employees.
adjective
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of, for, or pertaining to a sweater.
sweater yarn; sweater fashions.
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made like a sweater.
a sweater dress.
noun
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a garment made of knitted or crocheted material covering the upper part of the body, esp a heavy one worn for warmth
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( as modifier )
a sweater dress
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a person or thing that sweats
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an employer who overworks and underpays his employees
Etymology
Origin of sweater
1520–30 sweater for def. 2; 1880–85 sweater for def. 1; sweat + -er 1
Example Sentences
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A wave of stylish DIY kits offers customized sweaters, balaclavas and bags.
One alternate juror wept openly during the testimony in Los Angeles County Superior Court, wiping her tears on her sweater.
From Los Angeles Times
At Milan Fashion Week on Thursday, the Prada show opened with cozy knit sweaters and multi-coloured scarves, only for garments to be ripped open, exposed and distressed as the catwalk continued.
From Barron's
Balthilda presented me with two knitted sweaters, one with many colors interwoven, and one green, bright but somehow calm, like spring on The Mountain.
From Literature
“This interiority we have is so precious,” says Pollan, as he leans back against his cushy brown sofa in a navy blue sweater and worn loafers, a cup of green tea at his side.
From Los Angeles Times
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