jersey

• Prenda de punto ajustada, a menudo utilizada para deportes, o tejido de punto elástico hecho a máquina usado para confeccionar ropa.

A noun referring to a close-fitting pullover shirt, often worn for sports, or a slightly elastic machine-knit fabric used for clothing.

1. Close-fitting pullover shirtA2formal

   A knitted garment, typically with long sleeves, worn on the upper part of the body, often as part of a sports uniform.

   Jersey deportivo

   • The football player wore a red jersey during the match.
   • She bought a new jersey for the cycling team.
   • He pulled on his jersey before heading out to practice.

   Sinónimosguernseyjumperpulloversweatertop

2. Machine-knit fabricB1formal

   A slightly elastic fabric made by machine knitting, often used for making clothing.

   Tejido de punto (jersey)

   • The dress was made from a soft jersey material.
   • Jersey fabric is popular for casual wear because of its stretch.
   • She prefers jersey sheets for their comfort and durability.

   Sinónimosknit