: a loose collarless pullover or jacket usually of heavy cotton jersey
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebAs far as cute design details, the raglan-style sweatshirt has a curved hem that falls below the hips. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2022 The clothing was later recovered by police who found the bloodstains on the sweatshirt. Matt Yan, BostonGlobe.com, 30 June 2022 This Ralph Lauren sweatshirt subtly flexes a love for all things hoops. Mark Stock, Men's Health, 26 Aug. 2022 Looking ahead to the honeymoon, this monogrammed passport holder is a cute idea for couples traveling abroad, and any newlywed will look forward to wearing this custom sweatshirt that shows off their new name post-wedding. Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 Parents love to make the pilgrimage to Cambridge and pick up a crimson sweatshirt of their own. Allison Slater Tate, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2022 Less prepared was Garrett's dad, Greg, who did not pack a jacket on his trip from Texas and wound up buying a Giants sweatshirt at the ballpark to stay warm in the chilly San Francisco conditions. Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 17 Aug. 2022 Erica Johnson, 36, was photographed at a Southeast 47th Terrace bus stop in Cape Coral just before 5:30 a.m. on July 8, wearing jeans, sneakers, a baseball cap and a sweatshirt tied around her waist. Stephanie Pagones, Fox News, 30 July 2022 There's a lot of cool merch out there for Stranger Things fans, but this sweatshirt depicting one of season 4's most heart-stopping moments will impress her with your knowledge of Netflix's hit show. Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2022 See More
Word History
First Known Use
1925, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
sweatshirt
noun
sweat·shirt ˈswet-ˌshərt
: a loose pullover or jacket without a collar and usually with long sleeves