slipknot

slipknot — noun

1. a type of knot that can be tightened or loosened easily because the knot itself

1.名詞B2
釋義

a type of knot that can be tightened or loosened easily because the knot itself moves along the rope when you pull one end.

例句

Tanvi tied a slipknot in the rope so she could quickly adjust the tent line.

tie + slipknot + purpose clause

Baraka showed his nephew how to tie a slipknot for the gift ribbon.

show [sb] how to tie a slipknot

同義詞
  • running knot

    a less common term for a slipknot, mostly used in sailing

  • slipping knot

    functionally the same as a slipknot, but less precise in craft contexts

反義詞
  • dead knot

    a knot that does not slide or loosen when pulled

文法句型

tie + slipknot

slipknot + verb (slide, tighten, loosen)

用法筆記

Common in camping, sailing, sewing, and craft activities where a temporary or adjustable hold is useful. The headword is also the name of a heavy metal band, which may cause confusion for learners encountering the word out of context.

常見錯誤

❌He tied a slipknot around his neck.
✅He tied a slipknot in the rope to hang the hammock.
💡A slipknot can tighten dangerously around a person or animal; use it only on objects.