pullover

[ pool-oh-ver ]

noun

1. Also called slipover. a garment, especially a sweater, that must be drawn over the head to be put on.

adjective

1. designed to be put on by being drawn over the head.

pullover

/ ˈpʊlˌəʊvə /

noun

1. a garment, esp a sweater, that is pulled on over the head

Word History and Origins

Origin of pullover¹

First recorded in 1870–75; noun, adj. use of verb phrase pull over

Example Sentences

This tissue-thin pullover fits the bill, with minimalist fea­tures like a single chest pocket and streamlined hood ­adjustment.

From Outside Online

There are no pads, no fuss, and it features an easy pullover design as well.

From The Daily Beast

Styles include the Anorak—a pullover you’ve seen in many Jazzercise videos, a bucket hat, and a tote, all perfect for summer.

From The Daily Beast

I wore dozens of different styles to get here, ranging from highly technical soft shells to heavy-duty hemp pullovers, and ended up winnowing the candidates down to simple cotton or cotton-hybrid pieces.

From Outside Online

It’s available in over a dozen colors and features a simple slip-on pullover design that eliminates the need for hook-and-loop or buckle fastening.

From Popular-Science

That notorious blue pullover Christie sported for weeks as a symbol of his commitment to Hurricane Sandy relief.

From The Daily Beast

In general, Mrs. Romney tends towards pullover sweaters and pushed-up sleeves, preppy skirts, easy blazers and tousled hair.

From The Daily Beast

He was wearing (along with solid-looking jeans and a navy pullover) a pair of Red Wing boots.

From The Daily Beast

These 20 rows complete Border for lower edge of pullover, cuffs and boat neck.

From Project Gutenberg

Young Mrs. Wiley looked especially pretty in a pleated jade sports skirt, a white pullover sweater, a jade beret on her fair hair.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• blouse
• jersey
• tunic
• turtleneck