NYT Dictionary

UNKNOT

/ˈʌn.nɑt/
NounVerbUN-knotun-knot · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024, 2026

Meaning

In knot theory, a loop that is not knotted.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From un- + knot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

unravelunscrambleuntangleunpickclarifydisembarrassdisembroildisengagedisentangledisinvolve

Antonyms

ravelknot

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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