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â¢ OVERHAND KNOT (noun). The noun OVERHAND KNOT has 1 sense: 1. a simple small knot (often used as part of other knots). Familiarity information: OVERHAND KNOT used as a noun is very rare.
Basic Knots: The Basic Knots should be known by anyone using knots. These knots represent an essential minimum â the basis of many other knots. The section also explains the difference between some common knots: Half Hitch, Half Knot and Overhand Knot. Fishing: The Fishing knots are in alphabetical order. The various knots serve similar purposes but have advantages in different circumstances.