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TIE
To form a knot from cordage, or to fasten cordage to something with a
knot.
TIED IN THE BIGHT
Also called “in-the-bight”; refers to forming a knot without access to
either end.
TURN
When a rope passes once around an object.
WHIPPING
Wrapping a string or twine repeatedly around a rope near the tip, to
secure it from fraying.
YARN
Thin twine formed by twisting together a small group of fibers.
