What does Tying the knot mean?

Getting married (Wedding) For example: "Finally tying the knot! (Finally getting married!)"

Where does the slang word Tying the knot come from?

Tying the knot is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Tying the knot

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Getting married (Wedding)

"Finally tying the knot! (Finally getting married!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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