bungee rope

Stretchy jumping cord

A bungee rope is an elastic cord designed to stretch under tension and return to its original length, used primarily for bungee jumping and securing cargo.

The rope consists of multiple rubber strands bundled together and typically encased in a woven fabric sheath.

In bungee jumping, the cord absorbs the energy of a fall and propels the jumper back upward.

For everyday use, shorter versions secure luggage, tarps, or gear: I strapped the cooler down with a bungee rope.

Related

jumping · leap of faith · shock absorption · recoil · kinetic energy · potential energy · tensile strength · rebound effect · hooks · resilience · harness · adventure sports · extreme sports · loops · carabiners · nylon · safety harnesses · durability

Opposites
elasticity

bungee ropestatic line

Anchored deployment cable

steel cable · chain · wire rope · hemp rope · climbing rope

dynamic vs static function

bungee ropestatic line

Anchored deployment cable

dead weight · mooring line · tether

flexibility

bungee ropesteel rod

Cylindrical metal shaft

iron bar · metal pipe · rebar

Family

bungee, rope, ropes, roped, roping, ropey, ropy

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G