Ripcord: meaning, definitions and examples
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ripcord
[ ˈrɪp.kɔːrd ]
parachuting equipment
A ripcord is a cord that is pulled to release a parachute from its container, allowing it to deploy. It is an essential part of parachuting equipment, ensuring that the parachute opens correctly and safely during a jump.
Synonyms
deployment cord, pull cord
Examples of usage
- He grabbed the ripcord and pulled it firmly during his freefall.
- Make sure the ripcord is accessible before jumping from the plane.
- The instructor demonstrated how to use the ripcord effectively.
Translations
Translations of the word "ripcord" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cordão de emergência
🇮🇳 रिपकॉड
🇩🇪 Notfallleine
🇮🇩 tali darurat
🇺🇦 парашутний трос
🇵🇱 linka awaryjna
🇯🇵 リップコード
🇫🇷 corde de secours
🇪🇸 cuerda de emergencia
🇹🇷 acil ip
🇰🇷 비상 코드
🇸🇦 حبل الطوارئ
🇨🇿 záchranná šňůra
🇸🇰 záchranná šnúra
🇨🇳 紧急绳索
🇸🇮 reševalna vrv
🇮🇸 nauðarnálar
🇰🇿 шұғыл арқан
🇬🇪 სასწრაფო ძაფი
🇦🇿 təcili ip
🇲🇽 cuerda de emergencia
Word origin
The term 'ripcord' originated in the mid-20th century, deriving from the combination of 'rip', meaning to tear or pull apart, and 'cord', referring to a length of string or rope. The use of ripcords became popular with the advent of modern parachuting techniques in the 1940s and 1950s, as military and recreational skydivers required a reliable method for parachute deployment. The design has evolved, but the basic concept has remained the same; a cord that can be pulled quickly and effortlessly to release the parachute. The term has since also been used in other contexts, such as inflatable life jackets and other safety equipment.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,709, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.