Englishman's knot

English

Noun

Englishman's knot (plural Englishman's knots)

1. A loop knot made in the bight, favoured by fishermen as quick and secure.

   Synonyms: fisherman's knot, fisherman's loop, English knot, water knot, waterman's knot

References

• The Ashley Book of Knots →ISBN -- Knot 1414