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Jumper
The noun jumper, as in a sweater, probably derives from a 17th-century jump, which meant a short coat for men. Jump probably derives from the French jupe, which means a skirt today but originally named a tunic worn under armor. Jupe derives from the Arabic jubbah, a full-length, robe-like outer garment. The name of the garment derives from the Arabic verb that means to cut or to open.