Talk:Jumper

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Etymology[edit]

The article says that "jumper" comes from a Quechua word. I've also heard it said that it is related to the French word "jupe" (skirt) and the Arabic "jibba" (long coat). 83.71.31.77 13:31, 30 January 2006 (UTC)[reply]

UK garment[edit]

It says a UK jumper is like a US sweater. The article for sweater says that it includes both pullovers and cardigans. I don't know whether that is true but the UK meaning of jumper does not include cardigans. So the link needs to be clarified. 131.111.85.79 10:03, 17 August 2007 (UTC)[reply]

UK usage only?[edit]

I grew up in Washington DC, and when I hear the word "jumper" unqualified and referring to clothing, I do not think of any kind of feminine dress, I think of a sweater. Is there any citation that this is truly UK specific terminology? Does the supposedly American usage vary by region or by age group? I find the distinction somewhat dubious. 174.24.245.161 (talk) 06:10, 28 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]