Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

monkeys-fist

Noun

/ˈmʌŋ.kiz fɪst/

Definition

A type of knot that resembles a clenched fist and is commonly used to produce a weighted object on the end of a rope.

Examples

When the sailor finished tying the monkeys-fist, he was able to easily toss the line to the dock.
The rock climber used a monkeys-fist to secure the rope around the anchor point.
She learned how to tie a monkeys-fist during her knot-tying class.

Meaning

The term ‘monkeys-fist’ refers to a particular type of knot tied in such a way that it forms a rounded, ball-like shape. It is often used by sailors and rock climbers to create a grip or to throw a line over a distance.