Tie the knot

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verb

To get married.

After dating for five years, they decided to tie the knot.
Visual representation of "tie the knot" - To get married

Often appears as...

  • decide to tie the knot
  • planning to tie the knot

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Metaphorical Origin

Originally, 'tie the knot' came from the ancient practice of tying a couple's hands together in marriage.

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They will tie the knot next summer, symbolizing their unbreakable bond.
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Emotional Joy

Using 'tie the knot' suggests happiness and celebration associated with marriage.

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My sister and her fiancé are ecstatic to tie the knot this fall.
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Informal Use

'Tie the knot' is informal and often used in casual conversation, rather than official documents.

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Did you hear? Mike and Jessica decided to tie the knot!
Visual representation of the word "Tie the knot"

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