ˈswed.ə(r), -etə- noun
( -s )
1. : one that sweats especially as a result of exertion or hard work
2.
a. : sudorific
b. : an exertion or job that causes sweating
3.
a. : a heavy woolen garment worn especially by athletes after exercise or to induce sweating
b. : a knitted or sometimes crocheted elastic jacket or pullover made in various styles and of various materials and usually having ribbing around the neck, cuffs, and lower edge
4. : one who operates a sweatshop or employs sweated labor
5.
a. : one that brings about sweating (as of tobacco or hides)
b. : a large shallow pan or stack of such pans or a small tank in which paraffin is sweated