Why do the English call a sweater a jumper?

Why do the English call a sweater a jumper?

“Jumper” is actually derived from the noun “jump,” a modified form of the French “jupe,” used to mean a short coat in the 19th century (and completely unrelated to “jump” meaning “leap”). The use of “sweater” in its modern sense of “heavy knitted top worn for warmth” had appeared by the early years of the 20th century.

Is a sweater a jumper?

A sweater, also called a jumper in British English, is a piece of clothing, typically with long sleeves, made of knitted or crocheted material that covers the upper part of the body. When sleeveless, the garment is often called a slipover or sweater vest.

Why do they call a sweater a jumper?

What is a jumper in Ireland?

In Ireland a jumper is a pinafore and a sweater is a jumper. A buttoned sweater is a cardigan, and overalls are dungarees.

What do they call hoodies in England?

Sweater: In the UK this is the same as a jumper, a garment you wear over your shirt, with no buttons, and is pulled over your head. In the US this is a similar item, however, a cardigan with buttons can also be called a sweater in the US. Pullover: again is a garment you wear over your shirt, pulled over your head.

What is a jumper in Harry Potter?

A Weasley jumper is a home-made jumper made by Molly Weasley for family and friends and sent as Christmas gifts. They usually vary in colour, but often have the recipient's first initial on the front.

Do Americans say cardigan?

As far as I know, in American English the word pullover isn't used and the word jumper refers to some kind of dress. A cardigan is like a pullover/jumper/sweater, except with buttons or a zip (zipper in US) down the middle so it doesn't go over the head.

What is a jumper without sleeves called?

A sweater vest (known as a tank top or sleeveless sweater in the UK) is an item of knitwear that is similar to a sweater, but without sleeves, usually with a low-cut neckline. They were popular in the 20th century, particularly in the 1970s in the UK, and are again growing in popularity in this century.

What is a hoodie with a zipper called?

If sweatshirt does have a hood, it automatically becomes a HOODie. To answer your question, a hoodie with a zipper is a jacket or still can be called a hoodie.

Are sweatshirts sweaters?

A sweater is crocheted or knitted, whereas a sweatshirt is not. A sweatshirt is made with heavy cotton. Sweaters are meant to keep you warm in the winters. Sweaters are made of lightweight material, so they don't absorb sweat but just keep you warm.

What is the bottom of a jumper called?

Its all about warmth. The “elastic” at the bottom of the sweater, at the sleeves and at the collar are there to keep you warm. Its not elastic, its a type of knitting called Rib Stitch. Its a way of knitting to create high and low points in the fabric.

What is the difference between a jumper and a jacket?

Jumper and jacket are two outer garments that are worn over the upper body. Both usually cover the wearer's torso and arms. The key difference between jumper and jacket is that jackets have a front opening whereas jumpers are put on over the head since they don't have an opening.

Do sweaters have hoods?

It is NOT a hoodie. A Sweatshirt is a sweater or pullover with long sleeves. Some designs have front pouch, pockets for the hands or a hood, (sometimes called a "hoody" or ''hoodie'').