butterfly knot

English
A butterfly knot.

Noun

butterfly knot (plural butterfly knots)

  1. A type of knot used to provide an anchor point on a long line. Much used by mountaineers. Also known as the alpine butterfly knot.
  2. A small decorative woven knot using one or two cords.

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