knot off
C1 neutral inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To tie a knot at the end of a piece of thread or rope so it doesn't come undone.
Literal meaning: To tie off with a knot, making the thread secure.
Meanings
1 C1 neutral
To finish a piece of sewing or embroidery by tying a securing knot at the end of the thread.
"Once you reach the end of the seam, knot off before cutting the thread."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Primarily used in the context of sewing, embroidery, or other needlework. It signals the completion of a stitch or seam. Very niche vocabulary.
Commonly used with
thread stitch seam embroidery end needlework
Forms
Base
knot off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
knots off
he/she/it
Past simple
knoted off
yesterday
Past participle
knoted off
have + pp
-ing form
knoting off
continuous
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