twinset

or twin set

[ twin-set ]

noun

1. a matching sleeveless or short-sleeved pullover sweater and cardigan sold to be worn together.

twinset

/ ˈtwɪnˌsɛt /

noun

1. a matching jumper and cardigan

Word History and Origins

Origin of twinset¹

First recorded in 1935–40; twin ¹( def ) + set ( def ) (in the sense “collection of articles for use together”

Example Sentences

Adding color, was a series in pink, including a Chanel-like twinset—but made with towel material.

From Reuters

Leoni, 38, reinvents the 1990s sheath dress-jacket twinset combo with a plisse dress that falls into jagged hem, worn with a pleated cape, all in an elegant tan.

From Seattle Times

But it's certain they wouldn't have their faces on a mug twinset on eBay: Prof Van-Tam's emblazoned with "JV Tea"; Whitty's with his apparent catchphrase: "Next slide please".

From BBC

A soft mohair twinset featured repeating square patterns in a peacock blue that matched the trousers, a 1960s comfort look.

From Washington Times

A soft mohair twinset featured repeating square patterns in a peacock blue that matched the trousers, a 1960s comfort look.

From Seattle Times