noun
knotted cord; cord with knots
A cord that has been tied into knots, often for decorative or functional purposes. Compare 結び目 (the knot itself).
See also: 結び目 (むすびめ)
この結び紐は飾りとして使われている。
This knotted cord is used as a decoration.
noun
cord for fastening clothes; tie string
A cord used to tie or fasten clothing, bags, or other items. Often found on traditional garments.
着物の結び紐がほどけてしまった。
The tie string of the kimono came undone.
結び目 refers to the knot itself, while 結び紐 refers to the cord that has knots or is used for tying.
Compound of 結び (musubi, 'tying, knot') + 紐 (himo, 'cord, string').