Definition of half-knot
:a knot intertwining the ends of two cords and used in tying other knots
What's Trending Now
More Trending Words
Explore Merriam-Webster
First Known Use of half-knot
1913
HALF-KNOT Defined for Kids
half-knot
noun
\
ˈhaf-ˌnät
,
ˈhäf-
\
Definition of half-knot for Students
:a knot in which two rope ends are wrapped once around each other and which is used to start other knots
Learn More about half-knot
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up half-knot? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
