fire-escape knots

A form of fire-escape knot — A series of evenly spaced overhand knots in a rope, which make it more secure for climbing or descending. Often used for fire escapes and jib boom foot ropes on rigged sail ships. Also known as the Philadelphia knot.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of fire-escape knot
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