Aviation Dictionary

Overhand knot

A simple knot tied separately in each end of a piece of cord above a square, surgeon’s, or other knot to prevent the end from slipping through the lower knot.

Dictionary Term

Overhand knot

Definition

A simple knot tied separately in each end of a piece of cord above a square, surgeon’s, or other knot to prevent the end from slipping through the lower knot.

References

Parachute Rigger Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2015