noose#1 (n)
running noose (n)
slip noose (n)

n03829563

type n
lex_filenum 06
def a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot
def it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
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Hypernym loop
Part holonym hangman's rope, hangman's halter, halter, hemp, hempen necktie; lasso, lariat, riata, reata
Derivationally related form noose → noose; noose → noose
Hyponym clinch, clench
Part meronym slipknot
Incoming links
Hypernym clinch, clench
Part meronym hangman's rope, hangman's halter, halter, hemp, hempen necktie; lasso, lariat, riata, reata
Part holonym slipknot
Hyponym loop
Derivationally related form noose → noose; noose → noose

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