Definitions for: Noose


[n] a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
[n] a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a noose
[v] secure with a noose
[v] make a noose in or of



Webster (1913) Definition: Noose, n. [Prob. fr. OF. nous, nom. sing. or acc. pl. of
nou knot, F. n?ud, L. nodus. Cf. Node.]
A running knot, or loop, which binds the closer the more it
is drawn.


Noose, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Noosed; p. pr. & vb. n.
Noosing.]
To tie in a noose; to catch in a noose; to entrap; to
insnare.

Synonyms: gin, running noose, slip noose, snare

See Also: clench, clinch, fasten, fix, hangman's halter, hangman's rope, hemp, hempen necktie, intertwine, lariat, lasso, loop, loop, reata, riata, secure, slipknot, trap

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