KNITTING
/ˈnɪtɪŋ/
8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of KNITTING
To turn thread or yarn into a piece of fabric by forming loops that are pulled through each other. This can be done by hand with needles or by machine.
"The first generation knitted to order; the second still knits for its own use; the next leaves knitting to industrial manufacturers."
To join closely and firmly together.
"The fight for survival knitted the men closely together."
To become closely and firmly joined; become compacted.
The action of the verb to knit; the process of producing knitted material.
"I find knitting very relaxing."
Material that has been, or is being knitted.
"She put down her knitting and went to answer the phone."
Overhead electrification wires, OHLE
Examples of KNITTING in a Sentence
- "The first generation knitted to order; the second still knits for its own use; the next leaves knitting to industrial manufacturers."
- "The fight for survival knitted the men closely together."
- "I find knitting very relaxing."
- "She put down her knitting and went to answer the phone."
Word Details
Is KNITTING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KNITTING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KNITTING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KNITTING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | n | i | t | t | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KNITTING
33 words from the letters in KNITTING
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How to Use KNITTING in Word Games
KNITTING is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble KNITTING to find 33 additional valid words.