knit or knitted; knitting
1
: to form by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles
2
a
: to link firmly or closely
knitted my hands
b
: to cause to grow together
time and rest will knit a fractured bone
c
: to contract into wrinkles
knitted her brow
3
chiefly dialectal
: to tie together
1
: to make knitted fabrics or objects
2
a
: to become compact
b
: to grow together
c
: to become drawn together
knitter
noun
1
2
a
: a knit fabric
b
variants
or knitted
1
: made from fabric formed by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles : made from a knitted fabric
red knit socks
a knit/knitted cap
2
: involving connections or bonds between things or people
a novel with a tightly knit plot
… a closely knit team of specialists and medical care professionals.—
Dorothea D. Glass
Dorothea D. GlassA record is usually the result of a small, tightly knit team working in very close contact and with a continuity of attention.—Brian Eno
Brian EnoExamples of knit in a Sentence
Verb
a style that knits together material from many different sources
a town knit together by farming
Recent Examples on the WebMelony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2024
His signature pieces include a cotton knit short with a drawstring waist, slanted side pocket and a distressed hem, as well as another option with cargo pockets.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 2 Aug. 2024
Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 4 Aug. 2024
Think lightweight outerwear offerings, notable knits, classic button-ups, all-in-one-outfit dresses, and timeless tanks and tees—all of which can be worn on their own or layered together.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2024
Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2024
Earning a spot as the No. 1 bestseller in women’s tracksuits, this two-piece includes a ribbed knit cropped top and tapered knit pants.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2024
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Verb
Earning a spot as the No. 1 bestseller in women’s tracksuits, this two-piece includes a ribbed knit cropped top and tapered knit pants.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2024
His signature pieces include a cotton knit short with a drawstring waist, slanted side pocket and a distressed hem, as well as another option with cargo pockets.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 2 Aug. 2024
Noun
Crochet is the perfect summertime fabric, thanks to its open knit that works on or off the beach.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 4 Aug. 2024
Think lightweight outerwear offerings, notable knits, classic button-ups, all-in-one-outfit dresses, and timeless tanks and tees—all of which can be worn on their own or layered together.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2024
Adjective
Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2024
Earning a spot as the No. 1 bestseller in women’s tracksuits, this two-piece includes a ribbed knit cropped top and tapered knit pants.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2024
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knit
1 of 2 verb
knit or knitted; knitting
1
: to form a fabric or garment by interlacing yarn or thread in connected loops with needles
knit a sweater
2
: to draw or come together closely as if knitted : unite firmly
wait for a broken bone to knit
3
: wrinkle entry 2
knit her brow
knitter
noun
knit
2 of 2 noun
: a knit fabric or garment
Medical Definition
knit
verb
knit or knitted; knitting
: to cause to grow together
time and rest will knit a fractured bone
: to grow together
fractures in old bones knit slowly
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