knotting noun. ['nɒtɪŋ] LME.
[from KNOT verb, noun¹ + -ING¹.]
1. The action of tying a knot or tying something in a knot or knots. LME.
b. The tying of knots in yarn to form a decorative network or pattern; work made in this way. L17.

2. The formation of knots or lumps; the production of buds etc. LME.

3. A preparation applied to knots in boards etc. prior to painting to prevent resin from oozing through; the application of this. E19.

4. The process of removing knots or lumps from cloth, pulp, etc. L19.

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