sweater
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A warm, knitted piece of clothing worn over a shirt.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
jumper
Usage notes
Sweater is the American term, jumper is the common British equivalent.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He pulled on a wool _____ against the cold."
Answer: sweater
In your own words, what does "sweater" mean?
A warm, knitted piece of clothing worn over a shirt.
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