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Several types of knots In knot theory, knots are formed by seamlessly merging the ends of a segment to form a closed loop. Knots are then characterized by the number of times and the manner in which the segment crosses itself. After the basic loop, the simplest knot is the trefoil knot, which is the only knot, other than its mirror image, that can be formed with exactly three crossings.
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Also known as: thumb knot, trefoil knot
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Several types of knots
Several types of knots

The overhand knot is a simple knot used to prevent the end of a cord from fraying. It is also referred to as a simple knot. The overhand knot was first documented in 1840.12

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