knotted
v.v. to tie a knot in a rope or string. You use this when you want to make something secure or create a loop.
v. to tie or fasten something into a knot. Transitive — requires a direct object, typically a rope, string, or similar flexible material.
He knotted the rope to secure the heavy box.
The sailor knotted the ends of the rope to prevent them from fraying during the storm.
By carefully knotted the hems of the curtains, the tailor ensured that the fabric would not unravel even after years of heavy use.
From Middle English knotted, iknotted, from the past participle of the verb knotten.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Last updated May 19, 2026