whipcord

/ˌwɪpˈkɔərd/
/ˌhwɪpˈkɔərd/
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Other forms: whipcords

Definitions of whipcord
  1. noun
    closely twisted hard cord used for the lashes of whips
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    type of:
    cord
    a line made of twisted fibers or threads
  2. noun
    a strong worsted or cotton fabric with a diagonal rib
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    type of:
    cloth, fabric, material, textile
    artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
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