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hoodies

n. countable
A2 Elementary hood·ies

n. sweatshirts or jackets that have a hood to cover your head. They are usually made of soft, warm fabric and often have a large pocket in the front.

n. loose-fitting sweatshirts or jackets featuring an integrated hood and typically a drawstring. Often associated with casual or athletic wear; the term can also refer to the people wearing them in specific sociological contexts.


SIMPLE

He wears warm hoodies when he goes running in the winter.

CONTEXTUAL

The university bookstore sells grey hoodies with the school logo printed across the chest.

COMPLEX

While originally designed for laborers in cold warehouses, hoodies have evolved into a versatile fashion staple that spans various subcultures and social classes.

Usage

The plural form of 'hoodie'.

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