mitten

noun

mit·​ten ˈmi-tᵊn How to pronounce mitten (audio)
1
: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only
2
mittened adjective

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Flatlock stitching throughout the top and bottoms boosted comfort, and generously sized thumbholes played well with gloves and mittens. Nathan Pipenberg, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024 The collection features faux fur, cashmere, wool and responsibly-sourced down for bombers, parkas, sweaters, pants, beanies and mittens. Samantha Conti, WWD, 22 Oct. 2024 The items needed this year are hats, winter coats, sweaters, mittens, gloves and scarves for men, women and children. Amanda Cuda, Connecticut Post, 3 Oct. 2024 Socks and shoes typically are worn outdoors throughout the year, while mittens or gloves are only worn during winter. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mitten 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English mitain, from Anglo-French, probably from Old French mite, name for a cat

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mitten was in the 14th century

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“Mitten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mitten. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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mitten

noun
mit·​ten ˈmit-ᵊn How to pronounce mitten (audio)
: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only
mittened adjective

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