knitwear

noun

knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwer How to pronounce knitwear (audio)
: knitted clothing

Examples of knitwear in a Sentence

a few pieces of knitwear
Recent Examples on the Web The smooth, flattering fit can be paired with anything—from a blouse and blazer to cozy, cashmere knitwear. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2024 The collection includes sartorial favorites such as transitional knitwear, outerwear, classic cotton trousers, and durable denim designed to last beyond the season. Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024 That could be red leather pants, motorcycle jackets, compelling knitwear, and more. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 2 Oct. 2024 Accessories, especially jewelry, were high on many buyers’ lists, as well as sweaters and other knitwear. Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 27 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for knitwear 

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Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of knitwear was in 1926

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“Knitwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knitwear. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.

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knitwear

noun
knit·​wear ˈnit-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce knitwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: knitted clothing
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