How to Pronounce "towline"
word
ˈtoʊˌlaɪn
TOH-line
tˈəʊlaɪn
TOH-line
Definition
A towline is a strong rope, cable, or chain used to pull or tow something, such as a vehicle or boat, from one place to another.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtoʊˌlaɪn
British English
tˈəʊlaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOH-line
UK
TOH-line
Listen in Context
They tied a towline to the car to pull it out of the mud.
The boat drifted until someone threw a towline to help.
Make sure the towline is strong enough before you start towing.
The towline snapped halfway, so they had to tie another one.