KNOTS
/nɒts/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of KNOTS
A looping of a piece of string or of any other long, flexible material that cannot be untangled without passing one or both ends of the material through its loops.
"Climbers must make sure that all knots are both secure and of types that will not weaken the rope."
(of hair, etc) A tangled clump.
"The nurse was brushing knots from the protesting child's hair."
A maze-like pattern.
To form into a knot; to tie with a knot or knots.
"We knotted the ends of the rope to keep it from unravelling."
To form wrinkles in the forehead, as a sign of concentration, concern, surprise, etc.
"She knotted her brow in concentration while attempting to unravel the tangled strands."
To unite closely; to knit together.
One of a variety of shore birds; the red-breasted sandpiper (variously Calidris canutus or Tringa canutus).
Examples of KNOTS in a Sentence
- "Climbers must make sure that all knots are both secure and of types that will not weaken the rope."
- "The nurse was brushing knots from the protesting child's hair."
- "We knotted the ends of the rope to keep it from unravelling."
- "She knotted her brow in concentration while attempting to unravel the tangled strands."
Word Details
Is KNOTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KNOTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KNOTS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KNOTS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | n | o | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KNOTS
27 words from the letters in KNOTS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use KNOTS in Word Games
KNOTS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, KNOTS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble KNOTS to find 27 additional valid words.