Slipknot

Masked metal nonet

A slipknot is a knot that tightens when pulled and loosens when the end is pushed back through—useful for temporary ties or adjustable loops.

She tied the rope with a slipknot so it could be released quickly.

Slipknot is also an American heavy metal band known for aggressive sound and masked stage presence.

band

metal

Hard conductive solid

  • IowaGreat Plains farming state
  • masksFace-covering disguises
  • nu-metalLate-90s heavy fusion genre

maggots · jumpsuit · nine · percussion · keg · turntable · barricade · mosh · headbang · roadshow

knot

noose

Loop that constricts

  • loopCurve closing on itself
  • stopperClosure for an opening
  • ropeThick twisted fibers

hitch · bowline · lasso · rigging · sailing · cinch · tether · secure · adjustable · quick-release

Categories
Opposites
musical intensity/aggression

Slipknoteasy listening

Undemanding melodic audio

Enya · Kenny G · smooth jazz · adult contemporary · elevator music

visual presentation/persona

Slipknotunmasked

Had covering removed

The Carpenters · John Denver · The Wiggles · Kidz Bop · Pat Boone

emotional tone/lyrical content

Slipknotmellow

Soft, ripe, relaxed

uplifting · joyful · serene · peaceful · Pharrell Williams

Family

slipknots

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG-13