Definition of knot - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
ropesloop in string or rope that tightens
- He tied a knot in the rope.
2.
navigationTECH. unit of speed for ships and aircraftTECH.
- The ship travels at 20 knots.
3.
woodworkinghard area in wood where branch grew
- The table had a visible knot.
4.
decorationdecorative bow or fastening
- The gift was tied with a knot.
5.
tangletangled clump of hair or fibers
- She found a knot in her hair.
6.
problem-solvingdifficult problem or situation
- The project presented a knot to solve.
7.
healthswelling or lump in tissue or muscle
- He felt a knot in his shoulder.
8.
peoplegroup of people standing close together
- A knot of fans gathered outside.
9.
wildlifeTECH. UK small northern sandpiper birdTECH. UK
- We spotted a knot on the shore.
Verb
1.
crafttr./intr. fasten by looping and tightening rope or cordtr./intr.
- She knotted the rope securely.
2.
emotiontr. cause a tight feeling due to emotionstr.
- Her stomach knotted with anxiety.
3.
complexitytr. entangle or complicatetr.
- The situation knotted further with each decision.
Images of knot
loop in string or rope that tightens 
hard area in wood where branch grew 
decorative bow or fastening 
small northern sandpiper bird
Expressions with knot
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knot or bow showing love or affection as a symbol
She wore a love knot on her necklace.
the tied end of a balloon
She carefully tied the balloon knot to prevent air from escaping.
very difficult problem, often needing bold action
Solving the crisis was like cutting a Gordian knot.
become upset or agitated over something minor
He tends to get his shorts in a knot over small mistakes..
become upset over something trivial
Don't get your panties in a knot over the delay.
sensation of discomfort or unease
I felt a knot in your stomach before the interview, oddly enough.
get married in a formal ceremony
They decided to tie the knot in June.
feel very anxious or stressed about something
She got her bowels in a knot before the exam.
become overly upset about something trivial
Don't get your undies in a knot over the small delay.
solve a difficult problem quickly or with a simple solution
She decided to cut the Gordian knot and end the argument.
solve a difficult problem quickly and decisively
She decided to cut the knot and end the argument.
become upset over something trivial
Don't get your underwear in a knot over the delay.
basic knot used to tie a necktie
He learned to tie a simple knot for his tie.
make a knot with string or rope
She learned how to tie a knot in scouts.
untie a knot in something
She tried to undo the knot in her shoelace.
small group of people gathered closely together
A knot of people formed around the street performer.
small tightly packed group of tourists
A knot of tourists blocked the narrow street.
knot symbolizing love or friendship
She wore a necklace with a lover's knot.
undo a knot in a rope or string
He had to untie the knot in his shoelaces.
baked dough shaped like a knot with garlic flavor
I ordered a side of garlic knot with my pizza.
basic knot often used to stop rope unraveling
Tie an overhand knot to keep the rope from fraying.
simple knot used for neckties
He tied his tie with a schoolboy knot.
wide triangular knot for neckties
He wore a Windsor knot to the interview.
become upset or agitated about something minor
She tends to get her knickers in a knot over small mistakes..
Origin of knot
Old Norse, knūtr (knot)
Terms with knot included in their meaning
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fashion
decorative knot with two loops and loose ends
knots
form a knot or bow in something
actions
loosen or undo a knot or tie
sealing
close something by tying a knot
knotting action
act of making a knot or bow
knot
become loose or unfastened
rope
knot shaped like a figure 8
knot and tool
loop knot that tightens when pulled, used for hanging or trapping
tangled cords
knot or tangle difficult to untie
food
baked bread shaped like a knot or stick
knot style
type of wide and triangular knot for neckties
knots
type of knot resembling a snake
sailing
type of knot at the end of a rope
weather
wind moving at less than 1 knot
knots
knot shaped like the numeral 8
fashion
hairstyle with hair twisted into a knot at the back
execution
knot used for execution by hanging
knots
type of knot for joining lines
deer anatomy
knot at the bottom of an antler
rope work
knot used in climbing and sailing
fastening
attached or fastened with a hook or knot
craft
decorative wood cut from a tree growth knot
textiles
small fibrous knot in yarn
flowers
knot or festoon of flowers
Examples of knot in a sentence
Sailors are skilled at making a secure knot. The aircraft maintained a speed of 500 knots. Sailing at 15 knots, the yacht cut through the waves. The carpenter avoided the knot while cutting. A knot in the wood added character to the sculpture. The sailor's uniform had a neat knot at the neck.
She wore a ribbon with a beautiful knot in her hair. A stubborn knot formed in the wool. He gently loosened the knot in the fishing line. The merger created a knot for the legal team. Untangling the financial knot required expert advice. The therapist found a knot in her calf. A painful knot formed near his neck. A knot of tourists blocked the doorway. We saw a knot of students near the noticeboard. The knot flew swiftly across the marsh. A flock of knots gathered by the estuary. He knotted the ends of the thread. The sailor expertly knotted the ropes. His throat knotted with fear. Her heart knotted at the sight. His lies knotted the truth beyond recognition. The project plans knotted with unexpected challenges.
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- French:nœud, nouer, ...
- German:Knoten, knoten, ...
- Italian:nodo, annodare, ...
- Spanish:nudo, anudar, ...
- Portuguese:nó, atar, ...
- Chinese:结, 打结, ...
- Japanese:結び目, 結ぶ, ...
- Arabic:عُقْدَة, عَقَدَ, ...
- Hebrew:קֶשֶׁר, לִקְשׁוֹר, ...
- Russian:узел, завязывать узел, ...
- Ukrainian:вузол, зав'язувати, ...
- Hindi:गाँठ, गाँठ बाँधना, ...
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