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double knit

noun

Definition of double knit

: 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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First Known Use of double knit

1895

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DOUBLE KNIT Defined for English Language Learners

double knit

noun

Definition of double knit for English Language Learners

  • : a type of cloth that is made with two sets of needles and has two connected layers

  • : a piece of clothing that is made of double knit

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