buntline hitches

A form of buntline hitch — A hitch knot made with two half hitches where, unlike simple two half hitches, the second hitch is tied closer to the spar than the first. Normally used to attach a line or rope to a spar or any buntline more securely.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of buntline hitch
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