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half–knot

noun \ˈhaf-ˌnät, ˈhäf-\

Definition of HALF-KNOT

:  a knot intertwining the ends of two cords and used in tying other knots
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First Known Use of HALF-KNOT

1913
HALF-KNOT Defined for Kids

half–knot

noun \ˈhaf-ˌnät, ˈhäf-\

Definition of HALF-KNOT for Kids

:  a knot in which two rope ends are wrapped once around each other and which is used to start other knots

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