The random, sloppy tying of ropes, strings and any other binding device into an "unofficial" knot to secure items.
In rough waves a sailor was in a hurry to secure his gear, he quickly tied the ropes into an odd "hope knot;" As in, "I hope this knot doesn't come undone!"
by TheArteestRJL91 July 22, 2011
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