Munter hitch en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after a Swiss mountain guide, Werner Munter, who popularised its use in mountaineering.
Meanings
- A simple knot, commonly used by climbers, cavers, and rescuers, consisting of a set of wraps using a rope or cord around an object, mainly used as a friction device for controlling the rate of descent in belay systems.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munter hitches | Number=Plur | lexicographic |