Pronunciation: /nɪt/

Definitions of knit

noun a type of fabric or garment created by interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles

Example Sentences

A1 My grandmother taught me how to knit when I was a child.

A2 She enjoys knitting scarves and hats in her free time.

B1 Knitting can be a relaxing hobby that helps reduce stress.

B2 She entered her knitted sweater into a competition and won first place.

C1 The intricate knit patterns on the sweater were truly impressive.

C2 Her expertise in knit design earned her recognition in the fashion industry.

verb to make fabric or a garment by interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles

Example Sentences

A1 She likes to knit scarves for her friends.

A2 I learned how to knit when I was a child.

B1 My grandmother taught me how to knit intricate patterns.

B2 I enjoy knitting as a way to relax and unwind after a long day.

C1 She is skilled at knitting sweaters with complex designs.

C2 The artisan knitted a beautiful tapestry using various colors and textures.

Examples of knit in a Sentence

formal She learned how to knit intricate lace patterns from her grandmother.

informal I'm going to knit a scarf for my best friend's birthday.

slang I'm totally hooked on knitting these days.

figurative The team members knit together seamlessly to complete the project on time.

Grammatical Forms of knit

past tense

knitted

plural

knits

comparative

more knit

superlative

most knit

present tense

knits

future tense

will knit

perfect tense

has knitted

continuous tense

is knitting

singular

knit

positive degree

knit

infinitive

to knit

gerund

knitting

participle

knitting

Origin and Evolution of knit

First Known Use: 1000 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'knit' originated from the Old English word 'cnyttan' which means 'to tie with a knot'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'knit' evolved from meaning 'to tie with a knot' to specifically refer to the act of creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles or a machine.