1610s, "one who jumps," agent noun from jump (v.). The word meaning "sleeveless dress" (1853) apparently is from mid-17c. jump "short coat," also "woman's under bodice," of uncertain origin, perhaps from French jupe "skirt" (see jupe). Meaning "sleeveless dress worn over a blouse" first recorded American English 1939.
例文
1. He is a terrific athlete and a brilliant jumper .
彼は優れた選手で、ジャンプ力がとても良い。/
2.The jumper strikes the perfect balance between comfort and smartness.
このセーターセットは快適できれいです。
3.I loved horses as a child and was a junior show jumper .
私は小さい頃から馬が好きで、青少年馬術障害選手だった。
4.She wore a checkered jumper and had ribbons in her hair.