"ripcord" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: ripcords [plural]
Etymology: From rip + cord. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|rip|cord}} rip + cord Head templates: {{en-noun}} ripcord (plural ripcords)
  1. A cord to release a parachute from its sack. Synonyms: rip cord Translations (Translations): avauskahva (Finnish), linka [feminine] (Polish)

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