guy rope

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A rope, cable, or wire used to secure, steady, or brace an object, most commonly a tent or a tall, free-standing structure like a pole or mast, by being stretched and anchored to the ground. Usage The term "guy rope" specifically refers to the rope itself. It is used to describe a component of a system that provides stability. * Before the storm, we tightened all the guy ropes...