Definition

A type of dress made from knitted or crocheted fabric, often warm and comfortable, resembling a sweater.

Example

She wore a cozy sweaterdress to the winter party.

Conversation

Have you seen that new sweaterdress at the mall?

Yes, I saw it! It looks so cozy and warm.

I think I might buy it for the winter.

You should! It would look great on you.

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Root Explanation

Sweaterdress is a compound word formed from "sweater" (from the verb 'sweat', meaning to perspire, and the noun 'sweater', referring to a knitted garment worn to keep warm) and "dress" (from Old French 'drecier', meaning to arrange or put on). The word 'sweaterdress' refers to a dress made from sweater material, combining warmth and style.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sweater' that keeps you warm and a 'dress' that you wear — a sweaterdress is a warm garment that you put on like a dress.

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