double knit
noun
: a knitted fabric (such as wool) made with a double set of needles to produce a double thickness of fabric with each thickness joined by interlocking stitches
also
: an article of clothing made of such fabric
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Plus, it’s made of a double knit that keeps even the white shade from being see-through.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
These double knit leggings are best suited for lazy days at home or running errands in the cold when being comfortable and staying warm is your top priority.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2023
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
These double knit leggings are best suited for lazy days at home or running errands in the cold when being comfortable and staying warm is your top priority.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2023
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“Double knit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double%20knit. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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