cordage (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːrdɪdʒ/

Definition

Ropes or cords collectively, especially those used as rigging on a ship.

Examples

• The ship's cordage had become brittle after years of exposure to salt water and harsh sunlight.

• The crew meticulously inspected every piece of cordage to ensure it could withstand the coming storm.

• A tangled mess of old cordage lay discarded on the dock.

Synonyms of cordage

Words with a similar meaning to cordage:

• rope
• line
• rigging
• tackle

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