overhand knot

noun

1. a simple knot of various uses that slips easily.

overhand knot

noun

1. a knot formed by making a loop in a piece of cord and drawing one end through it Also calledthumb knot

Word History and Origins

Origin of overhand knot¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

To make a hard-hitting bola, use an overhand knot or a figure-eight knot to join three to five cords together.

From Popular-Science

There are three kinds of knots—the overhand knot, the square knot and the "Granny" knot.

From Project Gutenberg

Using the overhand knot, tie each color alternately, until all except about four inches of cord is used up.

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Double each piece in the middle and, using the overhand knot, tie it over a stout lead pencil or a very narrow ruler.

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Overhand knot—to prevent unraveling of rope, starting of a square knot; also a stop knot.

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Banister bar—is made by tying the overhand knot over a core of any desired thickness.

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