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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Zoë Kravitz, on the other hand, kept her tight middle part all the way up in a small knotted bun. James Manso, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 The young star strutted down the catwalk wearing two different black suits, one featuring a dramatic open back and knotted fabric, and the other paired with a giant scarf. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025 The women’s collection includes a wide range of pieces, beginning with a knotted snake choker ($455). Ty Gaskins, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025 Washington sported a short-sleeve Balmain midi dress featuring a double collar and a knotted detail at the waistline. Hannah Malach, WWD, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for knotted 

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 22 Feb. 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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