jumper
5 synonyms for jumper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — British English: a knitted sweater or pullover worn over a shirt.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From the term jump (“short coat”) + -er, originally in sailors' jargon, ultimately of uncertain origin. Jump is possibly from Scottish English jupe (“man's loose jacket or tunic”), from Middle English juype, gype, joupe, from Old French jupe, juppe, from Arabic جُبَّة (jubba); see also jibba. Cognate with Middle Low Ge...
Full origin of jumper →Frequently asked questions
What does “jumper” mean?
The word “jumper” means british English: a knitted sweater or pullover worn over a shirt. In plain terms, what you call it depends on where you are: in the UK it's a sweater; in the US it's a type of sleeveless dress.
How do you pronounce “jumper”?
“Jumper” is pronounced JUHM-puh (/ˈd͡ʒʌmpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jumper” in a sentence?
Here is “jumper” used in a sentence: “She pulled on a warm woollen jumper before heading out.”
What part of speech is “jumper”?
“Jumper” is a noun.
Is “jumper” a common word?
“Jumper” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “jumper” have?
“Jumper” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: british English: a knitted sweater or pullover worn over a shirt.
What is the difference between a jumper in British English and American English?
In British English, a jumper is a knitted sweater or pullover worn over a shirt. In American English, a jumper instead refers to a sleeveless dress typically worn over a blouse, so the same word describes two quite different garments depending on the country.
What is a jumper in electronics?
In electronics, a jumper is a short wire or connector used to complete or bridge an electrical circuit, often used to configure hardware settings on circuit boards.
Is jumper the same as sweater?
In British English, jumper and sweater are essentially interchangeable terms for a knitted upper-body garment. American English generally uses "sweater" for this garment and reserves "jumper" for the sleeveless dress instead.
