Ashley's stopper knots

A form of Ashley's stopper knot — A type of knot used to provide a symmetrical stop at the end of a rope to prevent it from pulling through an eyelet or other fixed opening. Also known as the oysterman's stopper.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Ashley's stopper knot
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