overshirt

[ oh-ver-shurt ]

noun

1. a pullover sport shirt, worn outside the waistband of a skirt or pair of slacks.

Word History and Origins

Origin of overshirt¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; over- + shirt

Example Sentences

This was a nocturnal ritual for the 22-year-old, dressed in a ball cap and a wool overshirt, whose perch — just over 300 yards up a rocky incline from the United States-Mexico border wall — had become a round-the-clock boarding space for people who had crossed unlawfully onto American soil.

From New York Times

The pop-up features exclusive collaborations between artists and designers, as well as limited-edition items, including an overshirt by Rick Owens that’s a dedication to his life in L.A. with wife and designer Michele Lamy, and a conceptual T-shirt between the Mike Kelley Foundation for the Arts and creative studio and collective Brain Dead.

From Los Angeles Times

For being 11 members strong, Strait’s band sounded lean and clean, about as sturdy and unshowy as their boss’ plaid overshirt.

From Seattle Times

The overshirt — a unique item perfect for L.A. layering — comes to you in a luxurious and vibrant violet shearling that you won’t want to take off.

From Los Angeles Times

He is also wearing a crimson tunic, cream silk overshirt, and Royal Navy trousers.

From Seattle Times