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stevedore's knot
noun
a knot that forms a lump in a line to prevent it from passing through a hole or grommet.
Origin:
1860–65
1860–65
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| stevedore's knot | |
| —n | |
| a knot forming a lump in a line, used by stevedores to secure ropes passing through holes | |
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