armhole

noun

arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl How to pronounce armhole (audio)
: an opening for the arm in a garment

Examples of armhole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Despite the low price point, the sweatshirt is durable with double-needle stitching at the shoulders, armholes, neck, waistband, and cuffs. Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024 The Amazon vest features classic design details like flattering seaming, elastic armholes, two zip pockets, a zip front closure, and a stand collar. Mia Huelsbeck, Peoplemag, 27 Jan. 2024 Deutsch has pointed out that the original piece did not have any extra armholes, unlike Philo’s interpretation. José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2023 The seamless armholes cut down on chafing while granting a free range of arm movements to paddle unencumbered. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023 Sew ends together, leaving armholes toward the top of the rectangle. Juliana Labianca, Good Housekeeping, 21 Aug. 2023 The oversized armholes allow maximum mobility so your dog can run and play without interruption. Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023 Double-needle stitching at the neck and armholes also boosts its quality and strength. Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2023 Take your time to be sure your baby's arms are through the armholes. Jessica Hartshorn, Good Housekeeping, 30 Mar. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1731, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of armhole was in 1731

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“Armhole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armhole. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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armhole

noun
arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl How to pronounce armhole (audio)
: an opening for the arm in a garment

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