square knot

noun

Definition of square knot

: a knot made of two reverse half-knots and typically used to join the ends of two cords — see knot illustration

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So when Cub Scout Troop 47 learned how to tie a square knot that first meeting in March, Jordan picked up the rope and was the first done. — Jill Tucker, San Francisco Chronicle, "SF girl one of first to join Cub Scouts," 4 May 2018 If the trash bag is full, tie it in a square knot and get another one. — Michael Harriot, The Root, "5 Rules for Black Cookouts ... and Life," 1 Sep. 2017

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More Definitions for square knot

square knot

noun

US : a strong and simple type of knot

square knot

noun

: a knot made of two half-knots tied in opposite directions that does not come untied easily