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knitwear

American  
[nit-wair] / ˈnɪtˌwɛər /

noun

  1. clothing made of knitted fabric.


knitwear British  
/ ˈnɪtˌwɛə /

noun

  1. knitted clothes, esp sweaters

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of knitwear

First recorded in 1920–25; knit + wear

Example Sentences

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Knitwear brand Mr Mittens founder Stéphanie Caulier says she "can't believe the positive reaction" since her designs appeared on the show.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024

"The timing is not good," said Fazlul Hoque, managing director of Plummy Fashions and former president of the Knitwear Manufacturers & Exporters Association, about the wage hike.

From Reuters • Nov. 8, 2023

Knitwear is an easy way of doing that.

From The Guardian • Oct. 25, 2014

Knitwear was a recurring theme at Peter Copping’s pre-fall collection for Nina Ricci — charming, macaroon-hued cardigans and skirts for day and even a stretch wool and lace bustier gown for a big night out.

From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2011

A convincing, if not groundbreaking, collection from the label that earned the title of "Queen of Knitwear" more than four decades ago.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 3, 2010

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