armhole

noun

arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl How to pronounce armhole (audio)
Synonyms of armholenext
: an opening for the arm in a garment

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The gold numbering, along with a single gold racing stripe wrapping around the armholes, and a distinct gold-and-white striping pattern running down the right side of both the jersey and the shorts. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026 The small, irregular pearls appeared around the armholes of a long and lean mesh dress, and as the delicate edging on a beautiful citron yellow flapper dress with sheer panels. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 The less said about Bryan’s horrendously gauche fuchsia-and-gold dress with puffy armholes and halter neck the better. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 July 2026 Another petite reviewer praised the fit and fabric, noting that the length and armholes were perfect for her 5-foot frame. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for armhole

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First Known Use

1731, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of armhole was in 1731

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armhole

noun
arm·​hole ˈärm-ˌhōl How to pronounce armhole (audio)
: an opening for the arm in a garment

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