knitting

[ˈnɪtɪŋ]

knitting Definition

  • 1the action or process of knitting clothing or other items with wool or similar yarn and two or more needles
  • 2a garment or piece of fabric produced by knitting

Using knitting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "knitting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is knitting a sweater for her daughter.

  • Example

    I learned how to knit from my grandmother.

  • Example

    The knitting club meets every Wednesday at the library.

knitting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for knitting

Phrases with knitting

  • knit one, purl one

    a basic stitch pattern in knitting where one stitch is knitted and the next is purled

    Example

    She followed the knit one, purl one pattern to make a scarf.

  • to unite or bring people or things together through shared experiences or interests

    Example

    The community was knit together by their love for the local sports team.

  • to undo or take apart a piece of knitting that has been made

    Example

    She had to unravel the knitting because she made a mistake in the pattern.

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Summary: knitting in Brief

Knitting [ˈnɪtɪŋ] is the process of creating clothing or other items using wool or similar yarn and two or more needles. It can produce a variety of garments and fabrics, such as sweaters and scarves. Phrases like 'knit one, purl one' refer to basic stitch patterns, while 'knit together' denotes bringing people or things together through shared experiences or interests. 'Unravel a knitting' means to undo or take apart a piece of knitting that has been made.

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