Lasso vs. Noose

Lasso vs. Noose — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Lasso and Noose

Lassonoun

A long rope with a sliding loop on one end, generally used in ranching to catch cattle and horses.

Noosenoun

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

Lassonoun

(computing) An image-editing function allowing the user to capture an irregularly-shaped object by drawing an approximate outline.

Nooseverb

(transitive) To tie or catch in a noose; to entrap or ensnare.

Lassoverb

(transitive) To catch with a lasso.

Noosenoun

a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a noose

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Lassonoun

Belgian composer (1532-1594)

Noosenoun

a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled

Lassonoun

a long noosed rope used to catch animals

Nooseverb

make a noose in or of

Lassoverb

catch with a lasso;

rope cows

Nooseverb

secure with a noose

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