knitwear

noun

knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwer 

: knitted clothing

Examples of knitwear in a Sentence

a few pieces of knitwear

Recent Examples on the Web

Colbo’s knitwear collection is designed to be versatile, spanning casual and more elevated occasions. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 July 2026

The brand also highlighted growth in knitwear, polos, and swimwear, as well as growth revival in women’s handbags, which Schulman attributed to a better pricing architecture. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 17 July 2026

Through Rainbow Wool's collaboration with Grindr, the pair heralded a fashion show in New York City in November 2025 with a collection of 37 unique knitwear pieces made of yarn spun from the wool of the sheep on Stücke's farm. — Sara Belcher, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026

Heavy knitwear and coats get packed away in plastic until the fall, while slinky summer slip dresses and breezy linen take center stage. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 6 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for knitwear

• abwehr
• affair
• affaire
• airfare
• altair
• armchair
• aware
• beware
• bugbear
• carfare
• childcare
• compare

Kids Definition

knitwear

noun

knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwa(ə)r 

-ˌwe(ə)r

: knitted clothing