knotted

adjective

knot·​ted ˈnä-təd How to pronounce knotted (audio)
Synonyms of knottednext
1
: tied in or with a knot
2
: full of knots : gnarled
3
: knotty
4
: ornamented with knots or knobs

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Our boot laces were broken and knotted, our tattered and ice-caked pants flapped around our legs, and at night our wet clothing froze stiff. Elwyn "bud" Myers, Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2026 Swap your flats for snappy red kitten heels for height and a pop of color, and finish with a statement earring (these knotted studs are just $10 on Amazon). Malia Griggs, Glamour, 3 Mar. 2026 The game remained knotted 1-1 at halftime. Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026 The contemporary cabin design is another perk, characterized by knotted pine ceilings, charcoal walls, and rustic accents. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for knotted

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of knotted was in the 12th century

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“Knotted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knotted. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.

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knotted

adjective
knot·​ted
ˈnät-əd
1
: tied in or with a knot
2
: knotty
3
: ornamented with knots or knobs

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