Pronunciation: /ˈkɔrdɪdʒ/
noun ropes or cords collectively; the ropes in a ship's rigging
A1 I used some cordage to tie up the branches in my garden.
A2 The sailors on the ship used strong cordage to secure the sails.
B1 The backpacker always carries extra cordage in case of emergencies.
B2 The rock climber carefully checked the quality of the cordage before starting the ascent.
C1 The expert in survival skills demonstrated various ways to use cordage in the wilderness.
C2 The artisan crafted intricate designs using colorful cordage for the art exhibition.
adjective relating to or consisting of ropes or cords
A1 The cordage rope was strong enough to hold the boat in place.
A2 The tent was secured with cordage ties to prevent it from blowing away.
B1 The sailor carefully coiled the cordage lines to keep them organized.
B2 The rock climber used specialized cordage equipment for safety.
C1 The expert sailor could quickly splice different types of cordage together.
C2 The mountaineer relied on his knowledge of cordage techniques to navigate the treacherous terrain.
formal The ship's rigging was made of strong cordage to withstand the harsh weather at sea.
informal I need to buy some more cordage to hang up the new hammock in the backyard.
slang Hey, can you pass me that cordage over there? I need to tie up this bundle.
figurative The cordage of trust between them had frayed over time, making their relationship strained.
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