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Synonyms of sweater

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Another word for sweater is jersey. Other synonyms of sweater are cardigan and pullover.

Synonyms and similar words for sweater

nounA knitted jacket or jersey, usually of thick wool, worn by athletes before or after exercise.

nounA similar garment worn for warmth.

  • jumperA woollen sweater or pullover.
  • pulloverA sweater that must be put on by pulling it over the head; a sweater without buttons or a zipper in front.
  • jerseyA garment knitted from wool, worn over the upper body.
  • cardiganA type of sweater or jumper that fastens up the front with buttons or a zipper, usually machine- or hand-knitted from...
  • wooly

nounOne who sweats (produces sweat).

nounAn exploitative middleman who subcontracted piece work in the tailoring trade.

Meaning of sweater

  1. noun A knitted jacket or jersey, usually of thick wool, worn by athletes before or after exercise.
  2. noun A similar garment worn for warmth.
  3. noun One who sweats (produces sweat).

Full definition of sweater

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Questions about synonyms of sweater

What is another word for sweater?
Sweater has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as jersey, cardigan and pullover.
What does sweater mean?
Sweater means a knitted jacket or jersey, usually of thick wool, worn by athletes before or after exercise.

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