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ripcord

rip·cord [ ríp kàwrd ] (plural rip·cords)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. cord to open parachute: a cord that, when pulled, opens a parachute

2. cord releasing gas in balloon: a cord used to release gas from a hot air balloon during an emergency

[Early 20th century. <rip1]
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