English

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Etymology

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From waterman +‎ -'s +‎ knot.

Noun

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waterman's knot (plural waterman's knots)

  1. A loop knot made in the bight, and favored by fishermen as quick and secure.
    Synonyms: fisherman's knot, fisherman's loop, English knot, Englishman's knot, water knot

References

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