Sweatshirt

usgb/ˈswetʃɜːrt/
noun

A loose, warm piece of clothing with long sleeves, usually made from cotton, which is worn on the top part of the body.

It's chilly today so I decided to wear a sweatshirt.
Visual representation of "sweatshirt" - A loose, warm piece of clothing with long sleeves, usually made from cotton, which is worn on the top part of the body

Often appears as...

  • wear a sweatshirt
  • hoodie sweatshirt
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Casual Wear

Sweatshirts are casual. They're not suitable for formal events or business environments.

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He switched from a sweatshirt to a shirt for the job interview.
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Layering Piece

A sweatshirt is often used as a layering piece during colder months, over a t-shirt and under a jacket.

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I layered my sweatshirt between a tee and a coat for the winter walk.
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Common Variations

Sweatshirts may come with or without hoods. Those with hoods are commonly called hoodies.

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She preferred a hoodie sweatshirt for its built-in hood.
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