1. plural of knot; fastened loops or tangles in rope, string, or similar material
2. units of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour
Usage: nautical
3. hard lumps or masses in wood where branches grew

1. third person singular present of knot; ties or fastens with knots

Examples

• She struggled to untie the knots in her shoelaces.
• The ship was traveling at twelve knots through calm waters.
• The wooden table had several dark knots that added character.
• Knots of tourists gathered around the famous statue.
• He knots the rope securely before climbing.
• The sailor taught us how to tie different types of knots.
• Strong winds created knots in her long hair.