NOUN | artifact | ripcord | a cord that is pulled to open the gasbag of a balloon wide enough to release gas and so causes the balloon to descend |
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artifact | ripcord | a cord that is pulled to open a parachute from its pack during a descent |
Meaning | A cord that is pulled to open the gasbag of a balloon wide enough to release gas and so causes the balloon to descend. | |
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Part of | balloon | large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air |
Broader | cord | A line made of twisted fibers or threads |
Spanish | cordón de apertura |
Meaning | A cord that is pulled to open a parachute from its pack during a descent. | |
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Part of | parachute, chute | rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall |
Broader | cord | A line made of twisted fibers or threads |
Spanish | cabo de desgarre |
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