English word origin

Etymology of knits

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗

noun

plural of knit

verb

third-person singular simple present indicative of knit

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

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Source etymology 2

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noun

Small particles of ore.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Probably the same word as nit, a louse's egg.

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