DK weight yarn

Can someone tell me what DK weight of yarn is?
Thanks

I copied this answer from Yahoo Answers by iknitandstitch:

DK is a UK (and maybe Australia - but not sure on that) weight of yarn ... it is equivalent to 2 strand of 3 ply baby yarn.
Many, many moons ago 3ply was the normal weight of knitting yarn - so when 2 strands were used the term DK (double knitting) was used.

Look on Yarn Forward Tension (Gauge) Guide There are loads of comparison charts on there - very useful.

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It's also a 3 weight

DK weight yarn is what is commonly referred to as 'double knitting' weight in some parts of the world.

The US equivalent is a 'light worsted weight' or #3 yarn.

The commonly referred to terms for yarn weight in the USA can all be found here

Standard Yarn Weight System |