Cordage
Cordage is the general term that refers to all rope, cord, lines, and string. Synonymous with rope, cordage refers to multiple strands of fibers, twisted or braided together to improve strength for the purpose of pulling and connecting. The term cordage is commonly used when referring to the rope used for rigging a ship along other outdoor uses.
Cordage and rope can be constructed from a wide variety of materials including natural fibers such as manila, hemp, linen, cotton, coir, jute, and sisal. Synthetic fibers are also commonly used in rope-making. Nylon, polypropylene, polyethylene (Spectra), aramid (Kevlar), and polyester are some of the synthetic fibers used for cordage.