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armhole Definition

arm·hole (ärm′hōl′)

noun

an opening for the arm in a garment

armhole Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • make: First, make sure the armholes are shaped properly.

Adjective modifier

  • square: Designed with square armholes to raise the shoulder seam.

Modifies a noun

  • marker: This is what I did: Pick up 70 stitches evenly between armhole markers.
  • edge: Below is the edging being sewn on the armhole edges of the celebration coat.