turvaköysi

Finnish

noun
Definitions
  • (diving) jackstay line fixed at both ends, which may be used to guide a load or a diver along the route of the line. Uses include guidance to and from the underwater work site, and as a means of controlling an underwater search
  • (nautical) tether strong rope or line that connects a sailor's safety harness to boat's jackstay

Etymology

Compound from Finnish turva (safety, protection, safe, security) + Finnish köysi (rope).

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Finnish

köysi

Gloss

rope

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縄, 綱

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