half hitch

Noun

Meaning

a knot used to fasten a rope temporarily to an object; usually tied double

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

half-hitch

Synonyms

join loop bow tie knot twist hitch tangle fastening entanglement reef knot overhand knot clove hitch granny knot slip knot
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Antonyms

solution fight combat resolution interpretation answer
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Hypernyms

knot

Examples

With the other hand form a small loop in the remaining section and draw it over the U-bend so that the loop forms a half hitch and stays there if the free end of the rope is pulled taut. Source: Internet

The strings are tied with a half hitch to a roll of paper or cardboard, about the size of a cigarette butt, strung through the holes at the head of the koto, threaded through the holes at the back, tightened, and tied with a special knot. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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