whipcord
/ˈwɪpˌkɔrd/
noun
- A strong, thin cord made of tightly twisted fibers, used for making whips or for tying things tightly.
- The old whipcord was frayed but still strong enough to hold the gate shut.
- She bought a length of whipcord for her craft project.
- He used whipcord to secure the bundle of sticks.
adjective
- Describing a fabric with a hard, smooth surface and a fine, raised cord pattern, similar to whipcord material.
- He wore a whipcord jacket that was both stylish and durable.
- She chose a whipcord upholstery for the chair because it was easy to clean.
- The whipcord trousers were popular for outdoor work because they resisted wear.