knotted

adjective

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

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This bold release revives a 1930s fashion illustration featuring an image of a man on the street that reads more abstract when knotted. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025 For something sleek and chic, there's always Hailey Bieber's current fave, a knotted ballerina bun. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Sep. 2025 Featuring four polished wooden blocks in warm tones topped with knotted jute rope bows, the set adds an autumnal charm with minimal fuss. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2025 Still, the vessel captain was able to maneuver around them, and rescuers began cutting away at the knotted fishing line. Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for knotted

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 16 Sep. 2025.

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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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