knothole
Translation
knothole
Examples
He peeked through the knothole in the fence.
He peeked through the knothole in the fence.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) ~ in (sth.) a hole in wood where a knot has fallen out I saw light through a knothole in the door.
Similar Words
Synonyms: peephole, opening, aperture
Etymology
A compound word from 'knot' (a hard spot in wood) and 'hole'.
Memory Tips
Literally a 'hole' where a 'knot' of wood has fallen out. The 'k' is silent.