Taut-line hitch
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The taut-line hitch is an adjustable loop knot for use on lines under tension. It is useful when the length of a line will need to be periodically adjusted in order to maintain tension. It is made by tying a rolling hitch around the standing part... Wikipedia
ABoK: #62, #1027, #1230, #1729, #1730, #1799, #1800, #1855, #1856, #1857, #1993
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Names: Taut-line hitch, Adjustable hitch, Rigger's hitch, Midshipman's hitch, Tent-line hitch, Tent hitch
Related: Magnus hitch, Rolling hitch, Two half-hitches, Trucker's hitch, Adjustable grip hitch