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Definition of noose in English English dictionary

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{n} a running knot, a trap
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{v} to know
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{i} loop with a running knot; loop of rope used to hang people; knot
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a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled secure with a noose make a noose in or of
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An adjustable loop of rope, e.g. the one placed around the neck in hangings, or the one at the end of a lasso
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A running knot, or loop, which binds the closer the more it is drawn
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To tie in a noose; to catch in a noose; to entrap; to insnare
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a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a noose
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make a noose in or of
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a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
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secure with a noose
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A noose is a circular loop at the end of a piece of rope or wire. A noose is tied with a knot that allows it to be tightened, and it is usually used to trap animals or hang people
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{f} catch with a noose; fasten with a running knot; hang with a noose
nooses
plural of noose
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    Etymology

    [ 'nüs, British also ] (noun.) 15th century. Middle English nose, perhaps of Provençal origin; akin to Provençal nous knot, from Latin nodus; more at NODE.
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