knot
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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Homophone Note
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a tying together of material such as rope or string that is used to fasten.
She tied her shoelaces in a tight knot.
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| related words: |
bow, latch, mystery |
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| derivations: |
knotless (adj.), knotlike (adj.) |
The words
knot and
not sound alike but have different meanings.