Meaning of porter's knot | Babel Free
Definitions
A double shoulder pad worn with a strap around the forehead, used by hawkers and market porters for supporting burdens on the head.
Examples
“Mr. Wilcox, the bookseller, on being informed by him that his intention was to get⟳ his livelihood as an authour, eyed his robust frame attentively, and with a significant look⟳, said, ‘You had better buy⟳ a porter's knot.’”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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