jersey

jer-sey · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A knitted garment, typically with long sleeves, worn on the upper body; a sweater or pullover.

  2. 2.

    A shirt worn as part of a sports team uniform, often numbered and bearing the player's name.

  3. 3.

    A soft, stretchy knitted fabric used for making clothing.

  4. 4.

    (Jersey) A breed of dairy cattle originally from the island of Jersey, known for producing rich milk.

Forms

plural: jerseys

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    retire a jersey — to honor an athlete by permanently removing their jersey number from use

Related words

See also: fabric, shirt, sweater, uniform
Synonyms: jumper, pullover, sweater

Etymology

Named after Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands between England and France. The island was known for its knitted goods as early as the 15th century.