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n.

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


 
 
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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a simple small knot (often used as part of other knots)


 
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Overhand knot
Names Overhand knot, Thumb knot
Category stopper
Efficiency 50%
Origin Ancient
Related Simple noose, Overhand loop, Figure-of-eight knot, Angler's loop, Fisherman's knot
Releasing Extreme jamming
Typical use Fishing, climbing, shoelaces, making other knots.
Caveat Spills if the standing part is pulled forcibly in the wrong direction

The overhand knot is a type of knot. It is one of the most fundamental knots and forms the basis of many others including the Simple noose, overhand loop, angler's loop, and fisherman's knot. The overhand knot is very secure, to the point of jamming badly. It should be used if the knot is intended to be permanent. It is often used to prevent the end of a rope from unraveling.

Tying

There are a number of ways to tie the Overhand knot.

  • Thumb method - create a loop and push the working end through the loop with your thumb.
  • Overhand method - create a bight, by twisting the hand over at the wrist and sticking your hand in the hole, pinch the working end with your fingers and pull through the loop.

Knot Theory

The equivalent in knot theory is called the trefoil knot

The use of two overhand knots, one used as a stopper.
The use of two overhand knots, one used as a stopper.

 
 

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