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cordage

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːdɪdʒ/

Definition of cordage

noun

[mass noun]
  • cords or ropes, especially in a ship’s rigging: masts, sails, and cordage were down in tangled confusion

Origin:

late 15th century: from Old French, from corde 'rope' (see cord)

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