knitting needle

[ nit-ing need-l ]

noun

, Knitting.

1. either of two types of instruments used for hand knitting: a straight rod of steel, wood, plastic, etc., pointed at one or both ends, used in pairs, or a single curved, flexible rod with two pointed ends.
2. any of various needlelike devices used in machine knitting.

Word History and Origins

Origin of knitting needle¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

“The pain is unbearable, I struggle sleeping at night… I’m not familiar with the sizes of knitting needles but it’s like the thickest knitting needle lodged in your kneecap,” Monica said.

From BBC

He then taught himself to knit using large knitting needles, before teaching himself to arm knit about a month and a half ago.

From BBC

Brigit didn't look up from her knitting needles.

From Literature

For a moment, there was only the sound of Nurse Beverly’s knitting needles clinking together.

From Literature

When the crime involves murder, we double-check that our doors are locked and maybe keep a knitting needle handy.

From Salon