A fork of Rural Dictionary
A frayed knot (aka Afraid Not) is a poor excuse given when someone isn't going out with a group of friends. Usually it means to try harder to persuade someone.
Symbolic of the once tight bonds of a relationship that are now wearing thin. A little extra pressure will break the bonds.
When Scott is asked to meet with some old friends, he responds sheepishly saying "Frayed knot, I'm spending the evening with my wife"
(Gaming)
A player technique used to throw off your opponent's aim (primarily in fps games) by moving side to side and sometimes crouching during combat
Sped teammate A; Yo this sweaty tryhard wont stop fraying