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knotless

5.6

Hair braided without small tied loops at the base, giving a smooth feel

adjective
/ˈnɑt.ləs/

Jargon

: sin nudos

Many people choose knotless styles for their lightweight feel and smooth finish.

Examples

The stylist recommended knotless extensions to reduce tension on the scalp.
She prefers knotless braids for a sleek look.
She prefers knotless braids because they are more comfortable and look natural.
The stylist recommended knotless extensions for comfort.
The expert stylist recommended knotless hair extensions for a more natural look.
She prefers to use knotless braids because they cause less tension on her scalp.
Knotless designs can provide a smoother finish for wigs and weaves.

Antonyms

knotty

3 7.0

Full of hard lumps and tangles, for example in wood or hair

How Smooth

silky

37 1.0

knotless

Jargon

5.6

smooth

256 1.0

textured

13 4.1

rough

164 1.0

Surface Forms

knotless positive

Morphology

knotless = knot (transparent) = knot + less

Formed from the noun 'knot' plus the productive suffix '-less' meaning 'without', so learners can infer 'without knots' in contexts like braids.

Etymology

Knotless is made from knot and -less, where knot means a 'tied lump' and -less means 'without'. So knotless braids are made 'without' small tied lumps at the base, giving a smoother, lighter look and feel.