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mitten

noun mit·ten \ˈmi-t^ən\

: a covering for the hand that has a separate part for the thumb only

Full Definition of MITTEN

: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only

: mitt 1a

— mit·tened \-t^ənd\ adjective

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

First Known Use: 14th century

MITTENED Defined for Kids

noun mit·ten \ˈmi-t^ən\

: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate division for the thumb only

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