fisherman's loop

English

Etymology

fisherman +‎ -'s +‎ loop

Noun

fisherman's loop (plural fisherman's loops)

  1. A loop knot made in the bight. Favoured by fishermen as quick and secure. Also known as fisherman's knot, English knot, Englishman's knot, water knot, waterman's knot.

References

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

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