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(thing) by GollyGee (?) (print)   ?   (I like it!) Sat Nov 13 1999 at 9:13:27

An article of clothing worn on the upper torso sometimes over a shirt. The good 'uns are made of virgin wool and come from places like Scotland. Though how Scots ascertain that the wool is virgin remains a trade secret.

(thing) by Segnbora-t (3.1 hr) (print)   ?   (I like it!) Sat Apr 08 2000 at 19:12:55

What Americans call a sweater is called a jumper in the U.K..

(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Wed Dec 22 1999 at 3:38:14

Sweat"er (?), n.

1.

One who sweats.

2.

One who, or that which, causes to sweat; as:

  1. A sudorific.
  2. A woolen jacket or jersey worn by athletes.
  3. An employer who oppresses his workmen by paying low wages. [Slang]

 

© Webster 1913.


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