whipcord

noun

whip·​cord ˈ(h)wip-ˌkȯrd 

1

: a thin tough cord made of braided or twisted hemp or catgut

2

: a cloth that is made of hard-twisted yarns and has fine diagonal cords or ribs

Word History

Etymology

from its use in making whips

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

whipcord

noun

whip·​cord ˈhwip-ˌkȯ(ə)rd 

ˈwip-

1

: a thin tough braided cord

2

: a strong cloth with fine diagonal ridges