NOOSE

(noun) a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
synonyms : running noose , slip noose
The hangman tied the noose around the criminal’s neck. -added by naila_inlas
(noun) a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose
synonyms : gin , snare
The hangman tied the noose around the criminal’s neck. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) secure with a noose
The farmer noosed his cow to the tree. -added by naila_inlas
(verb) make a noose in or of
The sailor noosed a rope while demonstrating the various types of sailor knots. -added by naila_inlas

Mnemonics for noose

(Tag: ) noose = loose knot
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(Tag: ) like the way they pull oxen with a loop through their nose
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