Setting

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Setting (a knot), tightening ("cinching" in USA)

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Two bowlines. The one on the left has not been set, and could immediately untie when loaded. The one on the right has been set correctly.

Pulling a knot tight, so that it is unlikely to undo. This is used to help make sure that a properly dressed knot remains dressed once the rope is loaded.


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