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PRONUNCIATION OF TOPKNOT

topknot  [ˈtɒpˌnɒt] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TOPKNOT

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Topknot is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES TOPKNOT MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of topknot in the English dictionary

The definition of topknot in the dictionary is a crest, tuft, decorative bow, chignon, etc, on the top of the head. Other definition of topknot is any of several European flatfishes of the genus Zeugopterus and related genera, esp Z. punctatus, which has an oval dark brown body marked with darker blotches: family Bothidae.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TOPKNOT


Arbuthnot
ɑːˈbʌθnɒt
bowknot
ˈbəʊˌnɒt
cannot
ˈkænɒt
interknot
ˌɪntəˈnɒt
knot
nɒt
not
nɒt
reknot
riːˈnɒt
slipknot
ˈslɪpˌnɒt
snot
snɒt
unknot
ʌnˈnɒt
whatnot
ˈwɒtˌnɒt
witchknot
ˈwɪtʃˌnɒt

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TOPKNOT

topiaries
topiarist
topiary
topiary garden
topic
topic sentence
topical
topicality
topically
topkick
topknotted
topless
topless bar
topless swimsuit
toplessness
topline
toploftical
toploftily
toploftiness
toplofty

WORDS THAT END LIKE TOPKNOT

black knot
butterfly knot
double knot
fisherman´s knot
flat knot
French knot
Gordian knot
granny knot
loop knot
love knot
lover´s knot
overhand knot
prusik knot
reef knot
square knot
surgeon´s knot
sword knot
tie the knot
true-lovers´ knot
Windsor knot

Synonyms and antonyms of topknot in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «topknot» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TOPKNOT

Find out the translation of topknot to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of topknot from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «topknot» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

头饰
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

moño
570 millions of speakers

English

topknot
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

आंटी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

القنزعة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

хохолок
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

topete
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

মাথার উপরে চূড়া করিয়া পালকগুচ্ছ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

chignon
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Topknot
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Haarknoten
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

髪飾り
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

상투
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Topknot
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chùm lông trên đầu chim
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

topknot
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

टॉपनोट
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

topuz
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ciuffo
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

kok
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

чубчик
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

moț
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

topknot
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

paardestaart
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

topknot
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

hårtopp
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of topknot

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TOPKNOT»

The term «topknot» is regularly used and occupies the 56.404 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TOPKNOT» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about topknot

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TOPKNOT»

Discover the use of topknot in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to topknot and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Boy with the Topknot: A Memoir of Love, Secrets and Lies ...
The Boy With the Topknot: A Memoir of Love, Secrets and Lies in Wolverhampton is a hilarious and heart-rending tale of what it is like to grow up different in modern Britain.
Sathnam Sanghera, 2012
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Hair: Its Power and Meaning in Asian Cultures
To construct the adult male topknot, the bridegroom's hair was secured with a band, twisted tightly into a knot that leaned slightly forward from the top of the head and covered with a close-fitting cap. The cap was henceforth worn night and day, ...
Alf Hiltebeitel, Barbara D. Miller, 1998
3
Yorkshire Terriers: Everything about Purchase, Grooming, ...
Step 9— Make a topknot. There are several ways to make topknots. You can make a single topknot, on the top center of the head, or a double topknot, with a knot centered above each eye. You can increase the size of the topknot by putting ...
Sharon Lynn Vanderlip, 2007
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Fabulous Felt Hats: Dazzling Designs from Handmade Felt
Making the Topknot Choose the size tor your topknot — anywhere between 12 and 18 inches (30.5 to 46 cm). Divide the roving in half, then in half again to make a one-quarter thick roving (see page 15). Follow the instructions on page 24 for ...
Chad Alice Hagen, 2005
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Encyclopedia of Hair: A Cultural History
Germanic warriors, on the other hand, often wore long mustaches and long hair, which they pulled into a topknot on their heads. These soldiers regarded long hair as a sign of manliness. By the 1600s, European troops were wearing long hair ...
Victoria Sherrow, 2006
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The Blackfoot Papers - Volume Two: Pikunni Ceremonial Life
Owl Feather Topknot (c.1890) 6. No Coat (got it in 1899) No Coat bought the pipe 39 years ago from Owl Feather Topknot, whom he paid 94 horses and a beef. Owl Feather Topknot belonged to the Blood band [No Coat to the Lone Fighters],  ...
Adolf Hungry Wolf, 2006
7
The Abacus and the Sword: The Japanese Penetration of Korea, ...
The topknot was not simply a symbol of national or cultural identity; it was a symbol of manhood itself. Only when a young male was betrothed and ready to assume adult responsibilities was he permitted to tie his hair in a topknot. A Korean ...
Peter Duus, 1995
8
Fleece for Kids: 30 Projects for Clothes and Toys
TOPKNOT 1 • Fold each feather in half lengthwise, right sides together. Sew %" seam allowance around each feather, leaving the bottom straight seam open for turning. Clip the seams and turn each feather right-side out. 2 • Stack the feathers  ...
Mary Vollertsen, 2005
9
Silky Terriers: Everything about Purchase, Grooming, Health, ...
The one noticeable difference is the topknot, or hair over the forehead between the ears. ln the Silky Terrier this is more profuse, while in the Australian Terrier the topknot is less elegant, only covering the top of the skull. The Australian Terrier ...
Brenda Belmonte, 2007
10
Critical Terms for the Study of Buddhism
The first, sometimes referred to as Mathura ̄ images of the Kus.ana period, depicts the Buddha with a smooth head crowned with a kind of topknot or twisted lock of hair. Although there was some controversy as to whether the smooth head  ...
Donald S. Lopez Jr., 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TOPKNOT»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term topknot is used in the context of the following news items.
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The Easy Elegance of Red Lipstick: How Gwen Stefani Upgrades …
And looking at the surprising elegance of her ripped jeans and messy topknot in Los Angeles yesterday, we can see why. Stefani's deceptively effortful beauty ... «Vogue.com, Jul 15»
2
Is the Topknot the New Updo? Anja Rubik Wears the Daytime Look …
Textured topknots have secured their status as the international sign of the off-duty model, but leave it to Anja Rubik to take the style for a decidedly on-duty stroll ... «Vogue.com, Jun 15»
3
Get the beauty look: Kate Hudson's twisted topknot
If you have quite fine hair, you can try this technique for a messy topknot – it involves twisting the bun first, then wrapping around an elastic afterwards to secure, ... «Stuff.co.nz, Jun 15»
4
Ashley Greene's topknot is top notch or ovarian cancer research …
The actress paired her topknot with high-necked black blouse with see-through sleeves and a pair of jeans and grey suede high heeled pumps. Ashley Greene ... «Daily Mail, May 15»
5
Jennifer Lopez Rocks A Laced Leather Dress And Topknot
The superstar donned a long-sleeved beige dress with laces and matching pumps for filming in Los Angeles. She wore her long ombre hair in a half-topknot and ... «Huffington Post, May 15»
6
How to recreate Jennifer Lawrence and Poppy Delevingne's …
If you're drawing summer fashion inspiration from the Met Gala, the topknot is possibly the easiest way to make the 'cool girl' statement without too much effort. «Irish Examiner, May 15»
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3 Takes on the Topknot: From Rita Ora's Playful Twist to Alessandra …
While no amount of bedhead can cut through the built-in elegance of a chin-length chop, long hair has a secret weapon of its own: the unfailingly chic topknot. «Vogue.com, Apr 15»
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North West shows off topknot again as Kim Kardashian shares …
Her cute topknot was visible on the back of her head as she looked to be enjoying the chance to get outside on what seemed to be a sunny day. Kim wrote ... «mirror.co.uk, Apr 15»
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Mum launches 'Tie a Topknot' social media campaign to donate …
Rather than shying away from the illness, the determined Cardiff mum set up a social media campaign, called 'tie a topknot', which urges people to don a scarf ... «WalesOnline, Feb 15»
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North West sports a topknot as she enjoys girls' day out with Kim …
Kim Kardashian, 34, loves to dress up her daughter in designer outfits and on Wednesday she styled the tot's hair in a fashionable topknot as they enjoyed a ... «Daily Mail, Dec 14»

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