Definition of: knit

(nit) v. knit or knit·ted, knit·ting v.t.
1. To form (a fabric or garment) by interlocking loops of a single yarn or thread by means of needles.
2. To fasten or unite closely and firmly.
3. To draw (the brows) together into wrinkles; contract.
—v.i.
4. To make a fabric by interweaving a yarn or thread.
5. To become closely and firmly united; grow together, as broken bones.
6. To come together in wrinkles; contract. [OE cnyttan. Akin to KNOT.]