noose noose /ˈnuːs/

noun

1. A loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled  ( noose , running noose , slip noose )
   a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled
   
   
2. A trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose  ( gin , noose , snare )
   a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose
   

verb

1. Secure with a noose  ( noose )
   secure with a noose
   
2. Make a noose in or of  ( noose )
   make a noose in or of