waterman's knot

== English == === Etymology === From waterman +‎ -'s +‎ knot. === Noun === waterman's knot (plural waterman's knots) A loop knot made in the bight, and favored by fishermen as quick and secure. Synonyms: fisherman's knot, fisherman's loop, English knot, Englishman's knot, water knot ==== References ==== The Ashley Book of Knots →ISBN -- Knot 1414