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overhand knot
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overhand knot

noun

Definition of OVERHAND KNOT

: a small knot often used to prevent the end of a cord from fraying — see knot illustration
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First Known Use of OVERHAND KNOT

1840

Rhymes with OVERHAND KNOT

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