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Knotting: meaning, definitions and examples

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knotting

 

[ หˆnษ’tษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

rope

The action or art of tying knots in a rope. Knotting is a skill that is often used in sailing and rock climbing to secure equipment and create safety measures.

Synonyms

knot craft, knot-tying

Examples of usage

  • Learning knotting techniques is essential for any sailor.
  • She demonstrated her knotting skills by quickly securing the rope.
Context #2 | Noun

hair

A technique of tying strands of hair together to create a decorative pattern. Knotting is often used in traditional hairstyles and can add an intricate and beautiful touch to the hair.

Synonyms

hair tying, hair weaving

Examples of usage

  • She adorned her hair with intricate knotting patterns for the special occasion.
  • The stylist showcased her expertise in hair knotting by creating elaborate designs.
Context #3 | Verb

relationship

To become tied or twisted together. In a metaphorical sense, knotting can refer to the entanglement or complications in a relationship or situation.

Synonyms

complicate, entangle

Examples of usage

  • Their destinies were forever knotted together after that fateful meeting.
  • The past experiences knotting their emotions in a complex web.

Translations

Translations of the word "knotting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nรณ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคพเค‚เค  เคฒเค—เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Knoten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ simpul

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒัƒะทะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wฤ™zeล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ตใณ็›ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nล“ud

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nudo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรผฤŸรผm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งค๋“ญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู‚ุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uzol

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vozel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hnรบtur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏะนั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ•แƒแƒœแƒซแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรผyรผn

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nudo

Word origin

The word 'knotting' originated from the Middle English word 'knoten', which in turn came from Old English 'cnotta'. The concept of tying knots has been essential throughout human history, from securing tools and equipment to symbolizing unity and connection. Knotting techniques have been developed and refined over centuries, with various cultures incorporating intricate knot designs into their traditions and crafts.

See also: knot, knotted, knotty.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,729 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.