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sennit

noun sen·nit \ˈse-nət\

Definition of SENNIT

1
:  a braided cord or fabric (as of plaited rope yarns)
2
:  a straw or grass braid for hats
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Origin of SENNIT

origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1769

Rhymes with SENNIT

genet, jennet, rennet, senate, sennet

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3 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. sennit
  2. sennet
  3. French sennit
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