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- [ahrm-hohl]
- /ˈɑrmˌhoʊl/
- /ˈɑːm.həʊl/
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- [ahrm-hohl]
- /ˈɑrmˌhoʊl/
Definitions of armhole word
- countable noun armhole The armholes of something such as a shirt or dress are the openings through which you put your arms, or the places where the sleeves are attached. 3
- noun armhole the opening in an article of clothing through which the arm passes and to which a sleeve is often fitted 3
- noun armhole an opening for the arm in a garment 3
- noun armhole an opening in a garment, for the arm. 1
- noun armhole Each of two openings in a garment through which the wearer puts their arms. 1
- noun armhole opening in a sleeve 1
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Origin of armhole
First appearance:
before 1275 One of the 13% oldest English words
1275-1325; Middle English arm-hol armpit. See arm1, hole
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Parts of speech for Armhole
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
armhole popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 64% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
armhole usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for armhole
Top questions with armhole
- how to cut an armhole?
- how to cut armhole?
- how to sew armhole facing?
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