Noose (Noun)
Meaning 1
A trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The hangman's noose was slowly tightened around the condemned man's neck.
- A noose was formed at the end of the rope to catch the escaped animal.
- The rescue team carefully avoided the noose that had been set by the poachers.
- The cowboy expertly lassoed the steer with a well-placed noose.
- The detective found a noose made of twine at the scene of the alleged crime.