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."
inseparable
knot off
C1 neutral inseparable intransitive
To secure the end of a thread, rope, or similar material by tying a knot, typically to finish a piece of work.
In plain English
To tie a knot at the end of a piece of thread or rope so it doesn't come undone.
What does "knot off" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To tie off with a knot, making the thread secure.
Actually means
To tie a knot at the end of a piece of thread or rope so it doesn't come undone.
Usage tip
Primarily used in the context of sewing, embroidery, or other needlework. It signals the completion of a stitch or seam. Very niche vocabulary.
Words that pair with "knot off"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
thread stitch seam embroidery end needlework
How to conjugate "knot off"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
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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