What does noose mean?
Noose means An adjustable loop of rope, such as the one placed around the neck in hangings, or the one at the end of a lasso..
Noose
/nuːs/ · noun
Meaning
An adjustable loop of rope, such as the one placed around the neck in hangings, or the one at the end of a lasso..
Definitions by Sense
- An adjustable loop of rope, such as the one placed around the neck in hangings, or the one at the end of a lasso.
- (transitive) To tie or catch in a noose; to entrap or ensnare.
Example Sentences
Put someone's head in a noose
In its final messages before Adam [Raine] took his life in April, the chatbot offered instructions for how to tie a noose.
Synonyms for noose
Antonyms for noose
Related Words
Word Forms
- nooses
- nooze
- noosing
- noosed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for noose?
Common synonyms include fang, snare, slip noose, running noose.
What is the opposite of noose?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use noose in a sentence?
Put someone's head in a noose
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