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bowline

/ˈboʊ.lɪn/

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noun

/ˈboʊ.lɪn/C1formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тип петлевого узла, который не скользит и не затягивается, обычно используемый в парусном спорте и альпинизме.

A noun referring to a type of loop knot that neither slips nor jams, commonly used in sailing and climbing.

  1. A secure loop knotB2formal

    A type of knot that forms a fixed loop at the end of a rope, known for not slipping or jamming under load.

    ruБулинь

    • The sailor tied a bowline to secure the boat to the dock.
    • He learned how to tie a bowline during his first sailing lesson.
    • A bowline is essential for creating a rescue loop in climbing.
Forms
  • bowlines plural form
  • bowlines' possessive plural form
  • bowline's possessive singular form