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a type of durable cord that is obtained from animal intestines used in making musical instruments
What is "catgut"?
Catgut is a type of string material traditionally made from the natural fibers of sheep or goat intestines, despite its name. It has been used for centuries in musical instruments like violins, harps, and lutes. Catgut strings are known for their warm, rich sound quality and were commonly used before the introduction of synthetic and metal strings. Today, they are less commonly used, but they remain valued in historical performance settings for their authentic sound and traditional craftsmanship.
a strong cord made from the intestines of sheep and used in surgery
perennial subshrub of eastern North America having downy leaves yellowish and rose flowers and; source of rotenone
