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knot

Definition

  • noun: a part that forms when you tie a piece of rope, string, fabric, etc., to itself or to something else
  • noun: an interlacement of the parts of one or more flexible bodies forming a lump or knob (as for fastening or tying together)
  • verb: to tie in or with a knot
  • verb: to tie a section of rope, string, fabric, etc., to itself or to something else so that a knot forms
  • often used figuratively
  • synonyms: connection, tie, intricacy

Examples

  • The project has been tied up in political and legal 'knots' for years. [=nothing has happened with the project for years because of political and legal problems]

  • The mayor 'tied himself in knots' answering a touchy political question. [=he answered it in a confused or unclear way]

  • She 'knotted' a sweater around her shoulders. [=tied the sleeves of the sweater together around her shoulders]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) A child tying his tie. Uh-huh. I'm trying to do a simple Half Windsor so she knows I'm a baby. Look at this. See how basic this knot is? I love these thermal goggles. Amy, listen to me very carefully. If you and Jake are thinking of trying, you are ovulating like crazy right now. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Brooklyn Nine-Nine Title: #DUPE# Season: 4 Episode 11