noun
guy
A rope or cable used to steady a structure.
A taut guy keeps the antenna steady in strong winds.
Etymology
The older French word named a rope or guide. The modern guy steadies a structure by holding it in position under tension.
More examples
- We tighten the tent's guys before the storm.
- Each steel guy runs from the tower to a ground anchor.
- The loose guy allows the pole to lean.
Forms
guy · guys
Similar words
- guyline
- Often refers specifically to a rope securing a tent.
- stay
- Typically supports a mast, especially on a sailing vessel.