overhand knot

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overhand knot

A knot formed by making a loop in a piece of cord and pulling the end through it. Also called single knot.

overhand knot

overhand knot

(Miscellaneous Technologies / Knots) a knot formed by making a loop in a piece of cord and drawing one end through it Also called thumb knot

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overhand knot - a simple small knot (often used as part of other knots)

knot - any of various fastenings formed by looping and tying a rope (or cord) upon itself or to another rope or to another object

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