English Explanatory Dictionary

slip knot

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A knot which attaches a line to an object and tightens when pressure is applied.
  2. A knot which attaches a line to the middle of another, allowing it to slide.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-slip knot.wav

Word forms

slip knot slip knots slipknot

Synonyms

running knot
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