loop knot

noun

1. a knot made by doubling over a line at its end and tying both thicknesses into a square knot in such a way as to leave a loop.

loop knot

noun

1. a knot that leaves a loop extending from it

Word History and Origins

Origin of loop knot¹

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

So take your pick, although the loop knot has the added advantage of allowing greater freedom of lure movement in fishing.

From Popular-Science

Let us call it the loop knot, for it is made by tying the ends of a strand together to form a loop.

From Project Gutenberg

Tying a loop knot in it he thrust an arm through the noose and found that he could sustain himself very comfortably.

From Project Gutenberg