English Explanatory Dictionary

midshipman's hitch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A secure semi-permanent adjustable loop hitch knot. Formed from a rolling hitch type 2 (ref Ashley 1735).

Word forms

midshipman's hitch midshipman's hitches

Etymology

From midshipman + -'s + hitch.

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