noun
jersey
A flexible knitted cloth used for clothing.
This dress is made of soft jersey that stretches comfortably.
Etymology
The cloth takes its name from Jersey, the Channel Island associated with knitted goods. The place name became the term for the flexible knitted material.
More examples
- She buys two yards of cotton jersey for a shirt.
- Wash the jersey in cold water to prevent shrinking.
- Lightweight jersey works well for summer pajamas.
Similar words
- knit
- Knit is a broader term for fabric made with interlocking loops.