fisherman's knot
English edit
Noun edit
fisherman's knot (plural fisherman's knots)
- a type of bend that is a popular double overhand knot used to join two lines or ropes of equal thickness.
- a loop knot made in the bight. Favoured by fishermen as quick and secure. Also known as fisherman's loop, English knot, Englishman's knot, water knot, waterman's knot.
Translations edit
bend used to join two ropes
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loop knot
References edit
• The Ashley Book of Knots →ISBN -- Knot 1143