Definitionen
1.NounA cord of great toughness made from the intestines of animals, especially of sheep, used for strings of musical instruments, racquets, sutures etc.
2.NounThe material from which such cords are made.
3.NounA sort of linen or canvas, with wide interstices.
4.NounTephrosia virginiana (goat's rue, devil's shoestring).