1
: the action or method of one that knits
2
: work done or being done by one that knits
Examples of knitting in a Sentence
She keeps her knitting in the closet.
Recent Examples on the Web
During a lull in comic book assignments, Mr. Perlin took on odd jobs, including illustration work for technical manuals and a stint at a knitting mill.
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George Gene Gustines, New York Times, 26 May 2024
Professor Mott enjoyed knitting, playing tennis and watching movies.
—Frederick N. Rasmussen, Baltimore Sun, 24 Mar. 2024
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George Gene Gustines, New York Times, 26 May 2024
Professor Mott enjoyed knitting, playing tennis and watching movies.
—Frederick N. Rasmussen, Baltimore Sun, 24 Mar. 2024
See all Example Sentences for knitting
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“Knitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knitting. Accessed 3 Jun. 2024.
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