|stäkə|net, usu -ed.+V noun
( -s )
Usage: often attributive
Etymology: alteration of earlier stocking net
1. or stockinette stitch : a knitting pattern that produces a smooth surface on the face and is made on straight needles by alternating rows of knit stitch and purl stitch and on circular needles by knit stitch alone
2.
a. or stock·i·net “ : a soft circular-knit usually cotton fabric in stockinette stitch that has considerable natural elasticity, is often napped on the back, and is used especially for bandages and infants' wear
b. : a garment, bag, or other article made from stockinette