cordage

Cordage refers to ropes or cords, particularly those used in the rigging of a ship. More broadly, it encompasses any assemblage of fibers, filaments, or wires twisted or braided into a long, flexible line, with tensile strength being its primary property.12

Cordage can be made from natural fibers like cotton, manila, sisal, hemp, or jute, as well as synthetic polymers. The manufacturing process involves spinning fibers into yarns, twisting yarns into cords or strands, and then twisting these strands together to form the final rope or cable. Smaller ropes are designated as cords, while larger, more complex twisted structures are called cables. Knots are interlacements used to bind objects together, with various types serving different purposes, from simple overhand knots to specialized hitches and bends.234