overalls vs sweater

overalls

noun
  • A loose-fitting garment worn over regular clothes to protect them. 

  • Trousers traditionally worn by cavalry. 

  • Loose-fitting pants with supporting cross-straps and a panel of material in the chest (called a bib), often associated with farm work. 

sweater

noun
  • A similar garment worn for warmth. 

  • One who or that which causes to sweat. 

  • An exploitative middleman who subcontracted piece work in the tailoring trade. 

  • One who sweats (produces sweat). 

  • A knitted jacket or jersey, usually of thick wool, worn by athletes before or after exercise. 

  • A diaphoretic remedy. 

verb
  • To dress in a sweater. 

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