knotless
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a word derived from
knot.
knotnounan interlacing, twining, looping, etc., of a cord, rope, or the like, drawn tight into a knob or lump, for fastening, binding, or connecting two cords together or a cord to something else.
Example Sentences
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When I ask Shanklin if there’s any special significance behind her current knotless box braids with colorful beading at the end, I’m reminded of the intention that can be at the heart of a hairstyle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2022
Putting on is as important to Black culture as satin bonnets, knotless braids, raisin-free potato salad and wave caps.
From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2022
Also bring extra fly lines and a selection of knotless tapered leaders from nine to 12 feet.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Forsooth the beech's knotless stem, If early felled, were dear to them.
From Ionica by William (AKA William Johnson) Cory
Or, otherwise, in knotless trunks is hewn A breach, and deep into the solid grain A path with wedges cloven; then fruitful slips Are set herein, and- no long time- behold!
From The Georgics by Virgil