Knitting: meaning, definitions and examples

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knitting

 

[ หˆnษชtษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

craft

The action or skill of knitting, creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles.

Synonyms

crocheting, weaving

Examples of usage

  • Her grandmother taught her the art of knitting.
  • I enjoy knitting in my free time.
Context #2 | Noun

activity

The process of creating a fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles.

Synonyms

handicraft, knitwork

Examples of usage

  • She finds knitting to be a relaxing hobby.
  • Knitting a scarf can be a fun project.
Context #3 | Noun

fabric

A fabric or garment created by the process of interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles.

Synonyms

knitted fabric, knitwear

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful knitting sweater.
  • The knitting on that blanket is intricate.

Translations

Translations of the word "knitting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tricรด

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคจเคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stricken

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ merajut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒ'ัะทะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dzierganie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ทจใฟ็‰ฉ (ใ‚ใฟใ‚‚ใฎ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tricot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tejer

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถrgรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋œจ๊ฐœ์งˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญูŠุงูƒุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pletenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pletenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ผ–็ป‡ (biฤnzhฤซ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pletenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ prjรณn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพา›ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒกแƒแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ toxuma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tejer

Etymology

The word 'knitting' has a long history, dating back to the 14th century. It originated from the Old English word 'cnyttan', which means 'to tie with a knot'. Knitting has been a popular craft for centuries, used to create clothing, blankets, and more. It has evolved over time with different techniques and styles being developed. Today, knitting continues to be a beloved hobby for many people around the world.

See also: knit, knitted, knitter, knitwear, knitwork, knitworker.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,785, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.