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sweater
noun sweat·er \ˈswe-tər\
: one that is put on by pulling it over your head
: one that opens like a jacket and that is fastened in the front with buttons or a zipper
Full Definition of SWEATER
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a : a knitted or crocheted jacket or pullover b : a heavy jersey worn in ice hockey
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First Known Use of SWEATER
15th century
SWEATER Defined for Kids
sweater
noun sweat·er \ˈswe-tər\
Definition of SWEATER for Kids
: a knitted or crocheted piece of clothing for the upper body
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