Also means
to forge (a relationship)
Usage Note
Nouer is used both literally, for tying knots or scarves, and figuratively. Nouer des liens ('to forge ties') and nouer une amitié ('to strike up a friendship') are common fixed expressions. A related adjective, noué, can describe a stomach knotted with anxiety — avoir la gorge nouée means to have a lump in one's throat.
Examples
"Elle a noué son foulard autour du cou."
Natural Translation
She tied her scarf around her neck.
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