Loop

lōōp, n. a doubling of a cord, chain, ., through which another may pa : an ornamental doubling in fringes.— v.t. to fasten or ornament with loops.— n.pl. Loop′ers , the caterpillars of certain moths, which move by drawing up the hind part of their body to the head.— n. Loop′-line , a branch from a main line of railway, returning to it after making a detour. [Prob. Celt.; Gael. lub , a bend.]