sweater — a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically made of wool or cotton
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically made of wool or cotton
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈswetər/
Korean meaning: 상체에 입는 뜨개질로 만든 의류, 보통 울이나 면으로 제작
Korean pronunciation: **스웨**터
Example Sentences
- My grandmother knitted me the ugliest Christmas sweater ever, but I wear it proudly every December.
- He bought an expensive cashmere sweater and then accidentally put it in the dryer.
- The red sweater matches perfectly with her winter coat.
sweater
NOUN//ˈswetər//
a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically made of wool or cotton
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🌳Etymology
Origin
19세기 후반 'sweat(땀)'에서 파생된 단어로, 운동할 때 땀을 흘리게 하는 두꺼운 옷이라는 뜻에서 시작되었습니다. 아이러니하게도 지금은 따뜻함을 위한 옷의 의미가 더 강해졌죠.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother knitted me the ugliest Christmas sweater ever, but I wear it proudly every December.”
“He bought an expensive cashmere sweater and then accidentally put it in the dryer.”
“The red sweater matches perfectly with her winter coat.”
“I need to buy a new sweater for the upcoming cold season.”
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