mitten
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Noun — A hand covering with one section for the thumb and a single pouch for the other four fingers.
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Etymology
From Middle English "myteyne," borrowed from Old French "mitaine," of uncertain origin — possibly linked to a word for "cat" (playfully comparing the shape to a cat's paw) or to a Germanic word meaning "middle/half."
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What does “mitten” mean?
The word “mitten” means a hand covering with one section for the thumb and a single pouch for the other four fingers. In plain terms, a winter glove that keeps the fingers together for warmth, unlike a regular glove.
How do you pronounce “mitten”?
“Mitten” is pronounced MIH-tuhn (/ˈmɪtən/ in IPA).
How do you use “mitten” in a sentence?
Here is “mitten” used in a sentence: “She knitted a pair of mittens for the baby.”
What part of speech is “mitten”?
“Mitten” is a noun.
Where does the word “mitten” come from?
The word “mitten” comes from Old French. From Middle English "myteyne," borrowed from Old French "mitaine," of uncertain origin — possibly linked to a word for "cat" (playfully comparing the shape to a cat's paw) or to a Germanic word meaning "middle/half.".
How many meanings does “mitten” have?
“Mitten” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hand covering with one section for the thumb and a single pouch for the other four fingers.