Meaning Of The Word Granny knot

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What's The Definition Of Granny knot?

granny knot in American English
a knot like a square knot but with the ends crossed the wrong way: it will slip under strain
noun: an incorrect version of a square knot in which the bights cross each other in the wrong direction next to the end, so as to produce a knot that is insecure

granny knot in British English
noun: a reef knot with the ends crossed the wrong way, making it liable to slip or jam

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