knitting

noun

knit·​ting ˈni-tiŋ How to pronounce knitting (audio)
1
: the action or method of one that knits
2
: work done or being done by one that knits

Examples of knitting in a Sentence

She keeps her knitting in the closet.
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Johanne starts having dark thoughts of other students joining Johanna in a knitting circle to which she’s not invited. David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025 Made from soft yarn cotton, these mats are created using intricate knitting techniques, giving them a soft, cushioned feel underfoot. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025 While the old guard will probably stick to their traditional knitting, there is a growing new guard with a much more open mind. Mike Dojc, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 Highland Park is welcoming a new knitting and fabric arts shop. Linh Ta, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knitting

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of knitting was in the 15th century

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“Knitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knitting. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

knitting

noun
knit·​ting
1
: the action or method of one that knits
2
: work done or being done by one that knits
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