Meaning Of The Word Prusik knot

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prusik knot in British English
noun
noun: a sliding knot that locks under pressure and can be used to form a loop ( prusik loop) in which a climber can place his or her foot in order to stand or ascend a rope
verb: to climb (up a standing rope) using prusik loops

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