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bowline
The bowline () is an ancient and simple knot used to form a fixed loop at the end of a rope. It has the virtues of being both easy to tie and untie; most notably, it is easy to untie after being subjected to a load. The bowline is sometimes referred to as king of the knots because of its importance. Along with the sheet bend and the clove hitch, the bowline is often considered one of the most essential knots.
Butterfly Loop
knot used to form a fixed loop in the middle of a rope

noose
A noose is a loop at the end of a rope in which the knot tightens under load and can be loosened without untying the knot. The knot can be used to secure a rope to a post, pole, or animal but only where the end is in a position that the loop can be passed over.
figure-eight loop
type of knot
shoelace knot
type of knot
overhand loop
climbing knot
angler's loop
type of knot
Bowline on a bight
type of knot
Artillery loop
type of knot
diamond knot
knot for forming a decorative loop on the end of a cord such as on a lanyard
Figure-of-nine loop
type of knot
true lover's knot
type of knot
Spanish bowline
knot
Yosemite bowline
loop knot often perceived as having better security than a bowline
Bimini twist
fishing knot
Portuguese bowline
type of knot

water bowline
type of knot designed for use in wet conditions

Halter hitch
type of knot that can be easily released
Double bowline
knot that creates two loops of the same size in the middle of a rope
Eskimo bowline
loop knot
handcuff knot
type of knot