noun
jumper
A sleeveless dress worn over a blouse or shirt.
She wears a denim jumper over a white cotton shirt.
Etymology
The garment-name is connected with an older clothing word jump. Its earlier source is uncertain; it is not formed from the jumping action.
More examples
- The school uniform includes a navy jumper and a blouse.
- This corduroy jumper looks great over a turtleneck.
- These jumpers have deep pockets and adjustable shoulder straps.
Forms
jumper · jumpers
Similar words
- pinafore
- An apronlike garment that may have an open back.
- dress
- A broader term that does not require a shirt underneath.