noun
jersey
JUR-zee
noun
1
A close-fitting knitted top, originally made of wool, worn on the upper body.
"She pulled on a warm jersey before heading out into the cold."
"The old fisherman's jersey had gone soft and grey with age."
2
The shirt worn by a member of a sports team, usually printed with a number and the player's name.
"Fans lined up to buy the new team jersey ahead of the season."
"He kept his old football jersey framed on the wall."
3
A soft, stretchy knitted fabric used for clothing.
"The dress was made from a lightweight cotton jersey."
How to Use Jersey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA knitted top or sports shirt — or the soft, stretchy fabric it's made from.
UK vs US
In American English "jersey" more often means a sports shirt; in British English it can also just mean an everyday knitted jumper.
Common pairings
team jersey
wool jersey
jersey fabric
football jersey
Word Forms
jerseys plural, Jerseys plural
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Etymology
Named after Jersey, the Channel Island where knitted woollen garments of this style were traditionally worn by fishermen.