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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Hakes had his Silverado ready to roll should evacuation orders come down, packed with keepsakes like his wife’s knitting and his mother’s paintings. Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024 Afternoons would be spent relaxing, Díaz knitting while her husband strummed guitar. Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024 There’s also jumbo yarn that’s ideal for blankets, sweaters and other bulky knitting projects. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024 Replacement activities could include everything from taking a knitting class to meeting friends for dinner. Sarah Garone, Health, 22 Oct. 2024 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 21 Nov. 2024.

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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