Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun An ornamental arrangement of cords knotted together, as in some kinds of fringe, in the cordons of a cardinal's hat, or represented in carving, painting, etc.
- noun A kind of fancy-work made of thread, yarn, etc., by tying knots. It is usually finished with a crocheted edge.
from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.
- noun A design or pattern of interlocking or overlapping geometric shapes resembling a
knot - noun Work involving the
tying of knots. - noun An object composed of or using knots.
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Examples
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Our law owes a lot to the Romans, but our culture is tied up in knotwork.
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Next week I'll have a go at the Celtic knotwork which is always good, dangerous fun!
BlogCymru.com 2009
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The most unusual one features the knotwork of Chris Letsche, who turns nautical rope into brooches and $3 napkin rings.
Cape Cod Jeff Chu 2011
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In the manuscript tradition as well do we find some other distinctive aspects to first millenium Irish art, with the use of interweaving knotwork and what perhaps some might consider an iconographic like portrayal of figures.
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The painting, the font (s), and the knotwork ring all work really well together.
Artwork: Age of Misrule One Lou Anders 2009
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Intricate patterns had been shaved into their fur like Celtic knotwork or henna tattoos.
Crossed J.F. Lewis 2011
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Intricate patterns had been shaved into their fur like Celtic knotwork or henna tattoos.
Crossed J.F. Lewis 2011
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Rather than needlework, I have taught my daughters knotwork.
Valentines, part the first mllelaurel 2009
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The film's style inventively mirrors the Book of Kells's flat perspective circa 800 A.D., as well as its eye-popping natural tints and hypnotic sense of ornate design and Celtic knotwork.
The 'Riffs Interview: 'Secret of Kells' filmmaker TOMM MOORE 2010
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Blue-inked tattoos rippled along his shoulders and down to his biceps, swirled across his chest and belly in Celtic designs; detailed knotwork looped underneath his hard pecs around to his back; shamrocks, spirals, and fanciful animals cavorted on his flesh.
Black Dust Mambo Adrian Phoenix 2010
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