Weaver's Knot (Noun)
Meaning
A hitch used for temporarily tying a rope to the middle of another rope (or to an eye).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The sailor quickly tied a weaver's knot to secure the rope to the mast, allowing him to adjust the sail.
- To create a makeshift tow line, she used a weaver's knot to attach the rope to the center of the longer rope.
- The rock climber used a weaver's knot to connect the rope to the anchor point, ensuring a safe and secure descent.
- In a survival situation, a weaver's knot can be used to create a makeshift fishing line by tying the rope to a sturdy branch.
- The arborist used a weaver's knot to attach the rope to the tree trunk, allowing him to safely lower the heavy branch to the ground.