The Clue
Emulates Mme. Defarge (5 letter answer)
The Answer
KNITS
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Notes
The answer KNITS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 600 puzzles.
Related Clues
Heals
Interlocks
Joins
Mends
Cardigans, e.g.
Certain fabrics
Clothing category
Emulates Defarge
Makes cardigans
Sweaters, e.g.
Tricot and others
Winter wear
Works with wool
Does cable stitching
Does some needlework
Leg warmers, e.g.
Makes a cardigan, say
Makes a muffler, e.g.
Stocking caps, e.g.
Unites after a break
Makes woolen bootees, e.g.
Definition
KNIT as a noun:
1. (knit, knitted fabric) = a fabric made by knitting
2. (knit, knit stitch, plain, plain stitch) = a basic knitting stitch
3. (knit, knitting, knitwork) = needlework created by interlacing yarn in a series of connected loops using straight eyeless needles or by machine
KNIT as a verb:
1. make (textiles) by knitting; "knit a scarf"
2. (knit, entwine) = tie or link together
3. (pucker, rumple, cockle, crumple, knit) = to gather something into small wrinkles or folds; "She puckered her lips"