Nœud (en. Node)

/nø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A tangle of ropes or threads used for tying or binding.

She made a tight knot to secure the tent.

Elle a fait un nœud solide pour sécuriser la tente.

A point in a system (like a network) where lines intersect.

This knot in the network represents a crucial connection point.

Ce nœud dans le réseau représente un point de connexion crucial.

A knot in a tree, resulting from a branch or scar on the trunk.

The wood of this tree is full of knots, making it difficult to work with.

Le bois de cet arbre est plein de nœuds, ce qui le rend difficile à travailler.

Of Latin origin 'nodus', meaning 'knot' or 'entwining'.

to tie a knot

Creating a connection with a rope or thread.

faire un nœud

knot in the throat

Sensation of tightness in the throat, often due to emotion.

nœud de gorge

knot in the stomach

Sensation of stress or worry that creates abdominal tension.

nœud au ventre

bowline knot

Type of knot used in navigation and seamanship.

nœud marin

slip knot

A type of knot that can tighten around an object.

nœud coulant

hunter's knot

A knot typically used to attach a line to a hook.

nœud de cerf

Complex tangle, difficult situation.

It's a real knot, I don't know how to get out of it.

C'est un vrai nœud, je ne sais pas comment m'en sortir.

A problem or obstacle.

We need to untie this knot to move forward with the project.

Nous devons défaire ce nœud pour avancer dans le projet.