| Webster's Online Dictionary |
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Extraflexible hoisting rope | Mining | A rope consisting of 8 strands of 19 wires each with a large hemp center. (references) | |
| Hoisting rope | Mining | A rope composed of a sufficient number of wires and strands to ensure strength and flexibility. Such ropes are used in shafts, elevators, quarries, etc. (references) | |
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