knot
noun
an 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.
knots
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present tense formof knot (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The title refers to knots tied in a U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
The yacht lost all power and steering after making contact with a fish farm in Red Bay, in 60 knots of wind, causing it to become trapped.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Within 30 seconds, the plane reached its final ground speed of 65 knots, or about 75 miles an hour.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
The hand-spun yarn dyed in natural colours is woven on handlooms, packing in between 300 and several thousand knots per square inch, depending on the intricacy of the design.
From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026
My stomach was in knots; no way could I possibly eat anything.
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
