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stevedore's knot

noun

  1. a knot that forms a lump in a line to prevent it from passing through a hole or grommet.

stevedore's knot

noun

  1. a knot forming a lump in a line, used by stevedores to secure ropes passing through holes

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Word History and Origins

Origin of stevedore's knot1

First recorded in 1860–65

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