ripcord
/ˈrɪpkɔrd/
noun
- A cord that is pulled to open a parachute.
- The skydiver pulled the ripcord and the parachute opened smoothly.
- He waited a few seconds after jumping before pulling the ripcord.
- Before jumping, she checked that the ripcord was easy to reach.
- A cord or handle used to start an engine, especially on a small motor or lawnmower.
- He yanked the ripcord on the lawnmower, but it wouldn't start.
- The old outboard motor had a ripcord that was frayed and hard to pull.
- She gave the ripcord a sharp tug and the generator roared to life.
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