stevedore's knot

American

noun

a knot that forms a lump in a line to prevent it from passing through a hole or grommet.

stevedore's knot British

noun

a knot forming a lump in a line, used by stevedores to secure ropes passing through holes

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Etymology

Origin of stevedore's knot

First recorded in 1860–65

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