1
: a child's coverall
—usually used in plural
2
: a sleeveless one-piece dress worn usually with a blouse
3
: a loose blouse or jacket worn by workmen
4
chiefly British
: sweater sense 2a
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
On the would-be go-ahead shot, Flagg was draped by Roberts and left an elbow jumper short with eight seconds to go.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Founded by Pip Durell, who grew up wearing hand-me-down cricket jumpers and rugby shirts, WNU has crafted this timeless collection to celebrate both the preppy style and sporting tradition that has become a quintessential part of London’s spring fashion landscape.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
The Trojans led early before Strong made back-to-back jumpers for the Huskies to pull in front 12-11.
—Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The event also includes face painters, a DJ, arts and crafts, obstacle course, jumpers and pictures with the bunny at the park on Townsgate Drive.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
On the would-be go-ahead shot, Flagg was draped by Roberts and left an elbow jumper short with eight seconds to go.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Founded by Pip Durell, who grew up wearing hand-me-down cricket jumpers and rugby shirts, WNU has crafted this timeless collection to celebrate both the preppy style and sporting tradition that has become a quintessential part of London’s spring fashion landscape.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
The Trojans led early before Strong made back-to-back jumpers for the Huskies to pull in front 12-11.
—Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Jumper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jumper. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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