armhole

[ ahrm-hohl ]

/ ˈɑrmˌhoʊl /

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noun

an opening in a garment, under the shoulder, through which the hand, and then the arm, passes.

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Origin of armhole

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English arm-hol armpit; see origin at arm¹, hole

Words nearby armhole

armeria, armes parlantes, armet, armful, armguard, armhole, Armidale, armiger, armigerous, armill, armilla

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How to use armhole in a sentence

Best of all, it functions as a layer itself thanks to armholes and a zippered bottom that lets you walk around while wearing it, which is great for cold mornings in camp or crazy cold glassing sessions.
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The Vella fits the bill, with wide armholes that don’t dig in, cross straps in the back that don’t tangle, and just-right coverage in the front.
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To shape armhole: Keeping continuity of pattern, at armhole edge inc. 1.
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Continue even in Stocking st. until armhole from first shaping measures 2¾ ins.
Beehive for Bairns, Vol. 2|Various

Continue even in ribbing until armhole from first shaping measures 3¾ ins.
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Continue even in Stocking st. until armhole measures 8½ ins.
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Continue even in pattern until armhole measures same as Front.
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British Dictionary definitions for armhole

armhole

/ (ˈɑːmˌhəʊl) /

noun

the opening in an article of clothing through which the arm passes and to which a sleeve is often fitted

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