English · Word Candidate

honda

/ˈhɒndə/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: hondas

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A closed loop or eyelet at one end of a lariat or lasso, through which the other end of the rope is passed to form a much larger loop.

NounRegister: US

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A grommet or other device intended to strengthen or otherwise improve a simple rope honda.

NounRegister: US

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

A car of the Honda brand.

Noun

Examples

Jammed onto a narrow, steep sidewalk, police barricades all around, we march with placards, drums, and angry spirit: "The Moral Majority, cops and Klan. Work together hand in hand." — helmeted tac squad on horses, Hondas, facing us on Powell Street, itching to wield their billy clubs, waiting for an

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

A motorbike manufactured by Honda.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “honda” mean?

A closed loop or eyelet at one end of a lariat or lasso, through which the other end of the rope is passed to form a much larger loop.

Is “honda” formal or informal?

honda is generally US.