knitwear

noun

knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwer How to pronounce knitwear (audio)
: knitted clothing

Examples of knitwear in a Sentence

a few pieces of knitwear
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Chiuri expanded the brand’s offerings in sportswear, athleisure and knitwear. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 29 May 2025 The association showcased members of the textile supply chain to bring awareness of the country’s strength in denim garment manufacturing and knitwear. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 May 2025 His mother, too, played a part in his early style education by crafting handmade jackets, trousers, shirts, and knitwear—often in Akamine’s preferred color of navy blue. Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 28 May 2025 In January, Princess Kate visited a knitwear factory in South Wales to see the other end of the process, where creations are manufactured. Simon Perry, People.com, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for knitwear

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of knitwear was in 1926

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“Knitwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knitwear. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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knitwear

noun
knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce knitwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: knitted clothing
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