Knot

usgb/nɑːt/
noun

A fastening made by looping a piece of string, rope, or something similar on itself and tightening it.

He tied a knot in the rope to stop it from slipping.
Visual representation of "knot" - A fastening made by looping a piece of string, rope, or something similar on itself and tightening it

Often appears as...

  • tie a knot
  • knot in a rope
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Physical Action

Knots involve specific hand movements and are physical; think 'twist' and 'pull'.

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She learned to knot balloons into animals.
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Secure and Tighten

'Knot' usually means to make something more secure by tying.

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He knotted the bag tightly to avoid spills.
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