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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Blumarine staples like knitwear came with georgette or lace inserts or with shearling collars, while the brand’s signature Bluvi cardigan was reimagined with marabou trimmings. Sandra Salibian, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025 Our best finds include tailoring from The Row (2025 is going to be one seriously chic year!) and classic knitwear—Victoria Beckham’s take on the fisherman sweater and Bode’s lace-up pullover are both high on our list. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024 If the variety of knitwear on the streets was any indication, a knitting renaissance is upon us. Simbarashe Cha, New York Times, 22 Dec. 2024 There are so many incredible deals to choose from at Madewell right now, from wide-leg pants to staple knitwear to travel-ready jackets. Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2024 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

Dictionary Entries Near knitwear

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“Knitwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knitwear. Accessed 22 Jan. 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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