noose

English

/nuːs/

noun
Definitions
  • An adjustable loop of rope, such as the one placed around the neck in hangings, or the one at the end of a lasso.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English nose derived from Old French nos derived from Old Occitan nous.

Origin

Old Occitan

nous

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