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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.
Also, if youâre ever in a hurry, this is the knot to know. Four-in-Hand Tie Knot Instructions. 1  Begin by crossing the wide end over the narrow end. 2  Fold the wide end underneath the narrow end. 3  Pass the wide end horizontally over the narrow end again. 4  Take the wide end up and through the loop around your neck.