Meaning & use

jumper

noun·Everyday

In British English, a knitted garment worn on the upper body; also, one who jumps.

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She pulled on a warm woolen jumper before heading out into the cold.

The basketball player was known as a reliable jumper who rarely missed a shot.

A note on using this word

In American English, the same word instead usually means a sleeveless dress worn over a blouse.

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Another way to use it

2. noun

In American English, a sleeveless dress typically worn over a blouse or shirt.

The little girl wore a denim jumper with a white shirt underneath.

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