towline

Etymology

From tow + line.

towline means A line (e.g., manila rope, wire rope, woven polymer strap) used for towing a vehicle (e.g., motor vehicle, marine vessel). Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 84 out of 100.

noun

A line (e.g., manila rope, wire rope, woven polymer strap) used for towing a vehicle (e.g., motor vehicle, marine vessel).“Near-synonym: towrope”