armhole

[ ahrm-hohl ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

an opening in a garment, under the shoulder, through which the hand, and then the arm, passes.

armhole

/ ˈɑːmˌhəʊl /

the opening in an article of clothing through which the arm passes and to which a sleeve is often fitted

Origin of armhole¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English arm-hol armpit; arm ¹, hole

To shape armhole: Keeping continuity of pattern, at armhole edge inc. 1.

Continue even in Stocking st. until armhole from first shaping measures 2¾ ins.

Continue even in ribbing until armhole from first shaping measures 3¾ ins.

Continue even in Stocking st. until armhole measures 8½ ins.

Continue even in pattern until armhole measures same as Front.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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