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half hitch

/ˈhɑːf hɪtʃ/

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/ˈhɑːf hɪtʃ/C1formaltechnical
  • ruПростой узел, используемый для закрепления верёвки на предмете, образующийся путём обматывания верёвки вокруг предмета и последующего продевания конца под саму себя.

A simple knot used to secure a rope to an object, formed by passing the rope around the object and then tucking the end back under itself.

  1. Knot typeC1formal

    A simple knot used in sailing, climbing, and general rope work, formed by passing the end of a rope around its standing part and through the loop.

    ruПолуштык

    • He tied a half hitch to secure the rope to the post.
    • A half hitch is often used as a temporary knot.
    • The sailor quickly made a half hitch to fasten the line.