simple knots
Elementary rope bindings
Simple knots are basic knots that serve as building blocks for more complex knots or stand alone for everyday tasks.
The overhand knot, square knot, and bowline are typical examples—knots most people learn in childhood or scouting.
She taught him the simple knots before moving on to splices.
The term distinguishes elementary techniques from specialized nautical, climbing, or decorative knots.
- tieEqual score, or neckwear
- stringSlender fiber or character sequence
- bowlineNon-slip loop knot
- pullForce toward oneself
- half hitchSingle-loop temporary knot
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