knit stitch
In knitting, the basic stitch that creates a smooth 'V' pattern on the right side of the fabric. Contrasts with 裏目 (purl stitch).
This sweater is knitted entirely in knit stitch.
Alternating knit and purl stitches creates stockinette stitch.
In knitting, 表目 (knit stitch) is the opposite of 裏目 (purl stitch).
Compound of 表 (おもて, 'front, surface') and 目 (め, 'stitch'), referring to the stitch that appears on the front side of knitted fabric.