Definition of 'cardigan'

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cardigan

(kɑːʳdɪgən )

Word forms: plural cardigans

countable noun

A cardigan is a knitted woollen sweater that you can fasten at the front with buttons or a zip.

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cardigan in British

(ˈkɑːdɪɡən )

noun

a knitted jacket or sweater with buttons up the front

Word origin of 'cardigan'

C19: named after the 7th Earl of Cardigan

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Cardigan in British 1

(ˈkɑːdɪɡən )

noun

the larger variety of corgi, having a long tail

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Cardigan in British 2

(ˈkɑːdɪɡən )

noun

7th Earl of, title of James Thomas Brudenell. 1797–1868, British cavalry officer. He led the charge of the Light Brigade at Balaklava (1854) during the Crimean War

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Cardigan in American

(ˈkɑrdɪgən ; kärˈdigən)

noun

the Cardigan Welsh corgi

cardigan in American

(ˈkɑrdɪgən ; kärˈdigən)

noun

a sweater or jacket, usually knitted, that opens down the front and is usually collarless and long-sleeved

: also cardigan sweater (or jacket)

Word origin of 'cardigan'

after 7th Earl of Cardigan (1797-1868), Eng general

Example sentences containing 'cardigan'

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Then invest in a long cardigan and studded belt to layer up further and complete the look. Times, Sunday Times (2009)The princess is wearing a pale cardigan with matching tights and a floral dress with a white collar. Times, Sunday Times (2015)The young woman walking slowly up and down the street is casually dressed in dark jeans and a long grey cardigan. Times, Sunday Times (2010)It includes a chunky knitted cardigan. Times, Sunday Times (2014)And what about cardigans and jackets? Times, Sunday Times (2009) Wear with a cardigan for a casual yet ladylike look, or a blazer for something sharper. Times, Sunday Times (2010)We know she's still normal because she wears pink cardigans and listens to pop music. The Sun (2015)Or wear a longer cardigan, to make it look more like an outfit. Times, Sunday Times (2009)The pair make pretty tops to go with jeans, great cashmere cardigans and subtle but beautiful dresses. Times, Sunday Times (2007)I was wearing a woollen cardigan and she pulled it off. Times, Sunday Times (2007)A cashmere cardigan is always a sound investment. Times, Sunday Times (2008)This look tells you two things: that cardigans are no longer dowdy and that pinstripe pyjama pants are strong for another season. Times, Sunday Times (2015)A long cardigan over a flattering flared trouser will look casual, but with an air of respectability. The Sun (2008)Live your daily life in cashmere cardigans, and buy your party dresses from Topshop. Times, Sunday Times (2011)A First up, you could invest in a long cardigan. Times, Sunday Times (2010)Yet the woman who walked on stage wearing an enormous cardigan, clutching what looked like a tiny cup of tea, clearly had star quality. Times, Sunday Times (2012)I will take a V-neck cable knit cardigan along with me too, as there are sure to be some cold days! Times, Sunday Times (2007)A drunken woman rang 999 for an ambulance from outside a Manchester nightclub because she was only wearing a little cardigan and felt cold. Times, Sunday Times (2010)