Definition of bungee cord
: an elasticized cord used especially as a fastening or shock-absorbing device — called also
bungee
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The material below that rigid barrier section is a flexible polyester canvas with elastic cross-hatch webbing that stretches so two bungee cords at the bottom corners can hook tautly onto the front seats’ back floor posts or metal brackets.
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At each end, sewn-in elastic bungee cords with strong plastic hooks fasten around both front seats’ metal headrest bars.
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For many larger grasses, here’s a helpful hack: Gather the grass stems and tie them with a bungee cord before cutting to make clean-up easier and less messy.
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Ground anchor system, such as bungee cords or rope, or tie-down kit.
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Tied to the handlebars with bungee cords is a naked Cabbage Patch doll.
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Amanda McConnell used a bungee cord and duct tape to strap a small white bucket to her waist for the protest.
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Many of the pieces had lace-up bungee cords and mesh pockets, which proved perfect for keeping Cheetos and energy drinks close and accessible.
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Another model who didn't have the luxury of bungee cord pockets simply made do and carried her bag of Cheetos like this season's hottest clutch.
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BUNGEE CORD Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of bungee cord for English Language Learners
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: a very strong rope that can be stretched and that has hooks on either end
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