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Definition of knotted - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
bindingtied with a knot
- The knotted scarf kept her warm.
2.
tangledfull of knots or tangles
- The knotted rope was difficult to untangle.
3.
complexityhaving a complex or difficult situation
- Their relationship became knotted after the misunderstanding..
Expressions with knotted
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feeling tense or anxious
She felt knotted up inside before the exam.
go away or leave someone alone
He told the annoying salesman to get knotted.
Origin of knotted
Old English, cnyttan (to tie) + -ed (past participle)
Terms with knotted included in their meaning
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entangle
cause something to become tangled or knotted
pets
dog toy made of knotted rope
untangle
free something from being tangled or knotted
tangle
become tangled or knotted
traditional carpet
hand-knotted carpet from Persia with intricate designs
untangled
no longer tangled or knotted
nautical
naval scourge with nine knotted whipcords
tangling
become physically tangled or knotted
plants
European bittercress with knotted white rootstock
botany
european bittercress with knotted white rootstock
hair
become tangled or knotted
heraldry
knotted in a heraldic design
history
ancient Inca device for recording information using knotted strings
texture
tangled or knotted
Ascophyllum nodosum
seaweed known as knotted wrack
textile
length of thread or yarn loosely coiled and knotted
weaving
knotted or tangled part of silk or thread
tangles
most tangled or knotted
religious garment
knotted fringes on a Jewish prayer shawl
mathematics
process of transforming a knotted loop into an unknotted one
untangled
no longer tangled or knotted
disentangle
free from a tangled or knotted condition
Examples of knotted in a sentence
She admired the knotted design on the bracelet. Her hair was knotted after the windy day. The knotted necklace chain needed careful handling. The negotiations became knotted and stalled. Her knotted emotions were hard to untangle.
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- French:noué, emmêlé, ...
- German:geknotet, verwickelt, ...
- Italian:annodato, aggrovigliato, ...
- Spanish:anudado, enredado, ...
- Portuguese:atado, enrolado, ...
- Chinese:打结的, 缠结的, ...
- Japanese:結び目のある, もつれた, ...
- Arabic:مَعْقُود, مُعَقَّد, ...
- Hebrew:קָשׁוּר, מְסֻקָּס, ...
- Russian:узловатый, запутанный, ...
- Ukrainian:вузлуватий, заплутаний, ...
- Hindi:बँधा हुआ, गांठदार, ...
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)
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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