The word "loop" has two different senses when used in reference to knots.

• A loop is one of the fundamental structures used to tie knots. Specifically, it is a full circle formed by passing the working end over itself. See BightLoopElbow.jpg.
• A loop is a knot used to create a closed circle in a line. See list of loop knots.

See also

• Loop
• Knot

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