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overshirt

American  
[oh-ver-shurt] / ˈoʊ vərˌʃɜrt /

noun

  1. a pullover sport shirt, worn outside the waistband of a skirt or pair of slacks.


Etymology

Origin of overshirt

First recorded in 1795–1805; over- + shirt

Example Sentences

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For being 11 members strong, Strait’s band sounded lean and clean, about as sturdy and unshowy as their boss’ plaid overshirt.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 18, 2023

“Knitwear is exploding,” Mr. Zegna said, pointing to the thin beige turtleneck he was wearing under a plush beige cashmere overshirt.

From New York Times • Dec. 19, 2021

The overshirt, which also comes in brown, dark green, dark blue and gray, can be customized. $2,195.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2021

The "Mad Men" alum paired her look with shades, a handful of necklaces and an overshirt.

From Fox News • Aug. 16, 2021

She always wore that jacket, or some sort of overshirt, even when it was hot outside.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan