Bowline

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1. A type of knot producing a strong loop of a fixed size, topologically similar to a sheet bend.
2. A rope attached to the side of a sail to pull it towards the bow (for keeping the windward edge of the sail steady)
2. A rope attached to the foresail to hold it aback when tacking.