knotted

Meanings

• adjective

  A state or condition of being tangled or intertwined, especially in a complicated or confusing way.

  - "The shoelaces were knotted before the race."
  - "The ball of yarn became knotted during the cat's playtime."

• verb

  To fasten or secure (a rope, shoelace, etc.) by making it form a complex series of interlocking loops.

  - "The sailor knotted the rope securely."
  - "Please knot the shoelaces tightly."

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Antonyms

loosen , unbind , unknot , untie

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Synonyms

baffle , flummox , bind , tie , knit , attach , join , put together

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with knotted
notted , knottedly , botted , spotted

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Variants

List of all variants of knotted that leads to same result
knotted , knot , knots , knotter , knotters , knotting , get knotted

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Etymology

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Old English cnotta, from cnotan ‘to knot’

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Trivia

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1. The world record for the largest knot is 24 feet 11 inches in diameter.

2. The term 'knot' is derived from the Old English word 'cnotta', which means 'knot' or 'node'.

3. The term 'knotted' is often used to describe complex or intricate situations or emotions.

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Related Concepts

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1. knot: A fastening made by intertwining two or more ropes, strings, or other flexible materials.

2. knot theory: A branch of mathematics that studies the properties and behavior of knots and links.

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Culture

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In literature, 'knotted' has been used metaphorically to describe complex or intricate situations, emotions, or relationships. In art, knots have been used as symbols of various meanings, such as love, friendship, or connection. In music, the term 'knotted' is not commonly used, but the concept of intertwining melodies or rhythms can be related.

How to Memorize "knotted"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a shoelace being tied by making interlocking loops.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'knotted' with the image of a tangled mess or a securely fastened rope.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Knots Not Tied' to remember the spelling of 'knotted'.

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