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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Carlson also used Rowing Blazers as a vehicle to relaunch several heritage brands, including British knitwear label Warm & Wonderful, best known for its sheep sweater worn by Diana, Princess of Wales. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025 Btfbm Chunky Knit Cardigan Inspired by Julia Roberts Looking to add an eye-catching cardigan to your knitwear lineup? Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025 The nautical cardigan The preppy trend is riding high for fall 2025, which means injecting a bit of knitwear with nautical notes into your everyday wear only makes sense. Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2025 Wear them with a blazer for a chic look, knitwear for warmth or a simple T-shirt and sneakers for a casual vibe. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 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 10 Sep. 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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