mitten

noun

mit·​ten ˈmi-tᵊn 

1

: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only

2

: mitt sense 1a

mittened

ˈmi-tᵊnd 

adjective

Examples of mitten in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With a nod, the man climbed out, pulled on his gloves, then mittens on top. —Greg Borowski, Journal Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024

To avoid these injuries, experts recommend wearing several layers of warm clothing, including a tightly woven, wind-resistant jacket, and accessories like mittens, hats, and scarves. —Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024

Americans are obsessed with a white Christmas and all the trimmings – snow, icicles, sleigh rides, frost on window panes, cuddling up by the fire, mittens, the North Pole. —Elizabeth Weise, The Enquirer, 17 Dec. 2024

Insulated, waterproof gloves or mittens keep hands protected, while a hat or beanie covering your ears is essential for retaining heat. —David Nikel, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English mitain, from Anglo-French, probably from Old French mite, name for a cat

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

mitten

noun

mit·​ten ˈmit-ᵊn 

: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only

mittened

ˈmit-ᵊnd 

adjective