Knotting: meaning, definitions and examples

Same as the first entry, repeated mistakenly. Please consider the first 'knotting' entry above.

Focuses on the skill involved in creating knots, often in contexts like scouting, sailing, or climbing.

• He practiced knot-tying to prepare for his camping trip.
• Knot-tying is an essential skill for sailors.

Refers specifically to the artistic or creative aspect of making knots, often related to hobbies or traditional crafts.

• She learned the art of knot craft from her grandmother, creating beautiful decorations.
• The exhibit showcases traditional knot craft from various cultures.

This is used to describe the action of tying a piece of hair or string into a knot. It can be used in everyday contexts or when describing a specific hairstyle technique.

• She spent hours knotting the string for her handmade bracelet
• He was fascinated by the intricate knotting of her hair

This term is commonly used to describe the action of gathering and securing hair with a hair tie or band. It is often used in casual contexts and does not imply a complex or elaborate style.

• She quickly finished hair tying before heading out for her morning run
• Hair tying can be a quick way to manage long hair throughout the day

Hair weaving refers to a more complex technique used in hairstyling where strands of hair are intertwined to create intricate patterns or to add extensions. This term is often used in professional hairstyling and beauty contexts.

• The stylist spent hours hair weaving to create a beautiful and intricate pattern
• Many people opt for hair weaving to add volume and length to their hairstyles

Same as the first entry for 'knotting', as it refers to the same action of creating knots.

• She was knotting the threads to make a macramé plant hanger

Use this when something becomes twisted together or caught in a way that is difficult to separate. This word often has a negative connotation, as it implies a troublesome or difficult situation.

• The fishing lines got entangled, making it nearly impossible to pull them apart

Use this when referring to making a situation, problem, or task more difficult or complex than it initially was. This often has a negative connotation as it implies added difficulty.

• His constant questions only served to complicate the already confusing instructions