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knittrig

creased, wrinkled (of fabric or paper)

adjective KNIT-rikh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Conditions

Also means

crinkled

Usage Note

Knittrig describes fabric or paper that has developed unwanted folds from being packed or worn. Slightly more informal than zerknittert and used of everyday garments: knittrige Hose (crumpled trousers), knittrige Bluse. Common in clothing care contexts.

Examples

"Das Hemd war nach dem langen Flug knittrig und musste gebügelt werden."

Natural Translation

The shirt was creased after the long flight and needed ironing.

Literal Translation

The shirt was creased after the long flight and had to be ironed.

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