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sweaters

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈswɛtɝz// UK //swˈɛtəz// sweaters

n. warm pieces of clothing with long sleeves that you wear on the top half of your body. They are usually made of wool or cotton and are perfect for cold weather.

n. knitted or crocheted garments intended to cover the torso and arms. Typically constructed from wool, cotton, or synthetic fibers and worn over a shirt for warmth.


SIMPLE

She wears thick wool sweaters during the winter.

CONTEXTUAL

The department store moved all the heavy sweaters to the front display as the autumn temperatures began to drop.

COMPLEX

While lightweight cotton sweaters are suitable for cool spring evenings, heavy cable-knit varieties provide the necessary insulation required for prolonged exposure to sub-zero temperatures.

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