lover's knot

American  

noun

1. love knot.

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Etymology

Origin of lover's knot

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

But at Hampton Court, in London, visitors can still see empty spots where they were chiseled away, along with a few examples that were overlooked, still connected with a lover’s knot.

From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2022

After assorted hilarity, the straggling plot lines are swiftly tied into a lover's knot in time for the conclusion.

From Time Magazine Archive

Caliente's heavy anchor chain got itself tied into a perfect lover's knot, had to be "untied" with acetylene torches.

From Time Magazine Archive

Come close to me, dear Annie, while I bind a lover's knot.

From Country Sentiment by Graves, Robert

She draws the basket towards her, and slowly and with care unties the true lover's knot of pale blue ribbon that fastens it.

From The Hoyden by Duchess