sweater
A warm piece of clothing with long sleeves, usually made of wool or cotton, worn on the upper part of the body. It is typically worn over a shirt to keep the person warm in cool or cold weather.
Examples
3 of 5I like to wear my favorite blue sweater when I go for a walk.
I enjoy wearing my blue knit top during my strolls.
The invitation suggested a smart sweater for the evening garden party.
The request mentioned a dressy pullover for the night event.
Just grab your sweater and let's go!
Pick up your warm top and we can leave!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'sweater' as something you wear to prevent yourself from getting 'shivers' (cold) even though it sounds like 'sweat'.
Quick Quiz
The weather is very cold today, so you should put on a ___.
Correct!
The correct answer is: sweater
Examples
I like to wear my favorite blue sweater when I go for a walk.
everydayI enjoy wearing my blue knit top during my strolls.
The invitation suggested a smart sweater for the evening garden party.
formalThe request mentioned a dressy pullover for the night event.
Just grab your sweater and let's go!
informalPick up your warm top and we can leave!
Researchers tested the thermal resistance of various sweater fabrics.
academicScientists measured how well different sweater materials kept heat.
Please wear a professional sweater if you do not want to wear a suit jacket.
businessKindly choose a formal knit top if you prefer not to wear a blazer.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
ugly Christmas sweater
a sweater with a funny or bright holiday design
sweater weather
cool weather that is perfect for wearing sweaters
knit-in sweater
a design pattern made directly into the clothing
Often Confused With
A sweater is usually knitted from wool or yarn, while a sweatshirt is made of heavy cotton jersey and often used for sports.
Usage Notes
The term 'sweater' is the standard word used in American English, whereas 'jumper' is the more common equivalent in British English.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misspell it as 'sweter' or confuse it with the verb 'to sweat' which refers to liquid from the skin.
Memory Tip
Think of 'sweater' as something you wear to prevent yourself from getting 'shivers' (cold) even though it sounds like 'sweat'.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 'sweat' in the late 19th century, as these garments were originally used by athletes to encourage sweating for weight loss.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In North America, 'Ugly Sweater Parties' are a popular festive tradition held during the Christmas season.
Quick Quiz
The weather is very cold today, so you should put on a ___.
Correct!
The correct answer is: sweater
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