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

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

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

From Time Magazine Archive

At the end of the green a splendid tent was erected, with a large white bridal flag waving from its top, embroidered in gold, with a true lover's knot.

From Vivian Grey by Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield

“No—that ain’t it— “‘And there they twined in a true lover’s knot, For all true lovers to admire.’

From Judith of the Cumberlands by MacGowan, Alice