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Definition of knitter

knitter

/ˈnɪt.ər/
knit · ter
Plural:knitters
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• noun

1

A person who makes garments or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn or thread with knitting needles or a machine, either as a hobby or as an occupation.

Example

"As an experienced knitter, she was able to finish the intricate wool sweater in just two weeks."

2

A mechanical device or industrial machine used to knit yarn or thread into fabric.

Example

"The textile mill installed a high-speed circular knitter to increase its daily production of cotton jersey."

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• Rhymes for knitter

• Nearby Words

kniphofia
knish
knit
knitter
knitting
knitwear
knob

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the verb 'knit' (from Old English 'cnyttan', meaning 'to tie in a knot') combined with the agentive suffix '-er'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Knitter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/knitter
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