jumper

/ˈdʒʌmpər/
noun
  1. A knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically with long sleeves and no buttons; a sweater or pullover.
    • He bought a bright red jumper for the holiday party.
    • She wore a warm woolen jumper over her shirt on the cold morning.
    • My favorite jumper has a pattern of reindeer on it.
  2. A person or animal that jumps.
    • She's a talented jumper and won the high jump competition.
    • The cat is a great jumper and can reach the top of the fridge.
    • The kangaroo is one of the best jumpers in the animal kingdom.
  3. A short wire or cable used to make an electrical connection temporarily, especially for starting a car with a dead battery.
    • I used a jumper to connect the two terminals on the battery.
    • The mechanic attached a jumper to bypass the faulty switch.
    • Keep a set of jumpers in your car for emergencies.
  4. A type of dress without sleeves, worn over a blouse or shirt.
    • I found a cute floral jumper at the thrift store.
    • She wore a denim jumper over a striped shirt.
    • The school uniform includes a gray jumper and a white blouse.