fisherman's loop

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English

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Etymology

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From fisherman +‎ -'s +‎ loop.

Noun

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fisherman's loop (plural fisherman's loops)

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

References

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