• Jersey

    Pronunciation

    • UK IPA: /dʒɜː(ɹ)zi/
    • Rhymes: -ɜː(ɹ)zi

    Origin

    From a typical fisherman's sweater used on the island of Jersey.

    Full definition of jersey

    Noun

    jersey

    (plural jerseys)
    1. A garment knitted from wool, worn over the upper body.
    2. A shirt worn by a member of an athletic team, usually oversized, typically depicting the athlete's name and team number as well as the team's logotype.

    Noun

    jersey

    (uncountable)
    1. A type of fabric knit

    Synonyms

    , pullover, sweater
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