Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
purl
verb
/pɜːrl/
Definition
A type of stitch used in knitting that creates a textured pattern.
Examples
- She decided to purl a scarf for her friend.
- His skills in knitting improved when he learned how to purl.
- Many knitters alternate between knit and purl stitches to create different patterns.
Meaning
To purl means to knit a stitch in a way that forms a raised line on the fabric’s surface, contrasting with the flat look of a regular knit stitch.
Synonyms
- knit
- stitch
- weave
