knitwear

American

[nit-wair] / ˈnɪtˌwɛər /

noun

clothing made of knitted fabric.

knitwear British

/ ˈnɪtˌwɛə /

noun

knitted clothes, esp sweaters

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Etymology

Origin of knitwear

First recorded in 1920–25; knit + wear

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knitwear

She’s in a navy sweater; I’m starting to envy her knitwear.

From Slate ● May 10, 2026

The winning bid came from a family business that specializes in premium cashmere knitwear.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 6, 2026

For at least one Spurs supporter, external, the knitwear was most useful for shielding their eyes from another dismal display by their team.

From BBC ● Dec. 15, 2025

Lauren Parrish and Mandy West of St. John presented the Graduate Award to Patrick Taylor, whose whimsical knitwear brand is inspired by the designer’s vintage family photographs.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2025

“The baker, the baker!” the children yelled, and ran around frantically dressing themselves in knitwear from head to toe.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood

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