catgut

/ˈkætˌɡʌt/

noun

  1. 1

    A cord of great toughness made from the intestines of animals, especially of sheep, used for strings of musical instruments, etc.

  2. 2

    The material from which such cords are made.

  3. 3

    A sort of linen or canvas, with wide interstices.

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