cordage

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• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈkɔːdɪdʒ/

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Noun

Singular cordage

Plural cordages

1. (countable & uncountable) (nautical) Cordage is a set of ropes and cords, especially when used for a ship's rigging.

   The cordage of the ship stretched during the storm.

2. (countable & uncountable) (rare) Cordage is the amount of wood measured in cords.