I think that the term 'guy' meaning rope or chain used to steady a load or hold
a tent
etc originates from the Old French 'guis' (donot pronounce the 's' Maybe
similar to
the english word 'guide' as well.
Chris opr VE7HCB
From: "Matt Beer" <matt_beer@edwardrose.com>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date sent: Wed, 5 Nov 2003 14:43:35 -0500
Subject: [TowerTalk] root of guy wire?
> This may sound strange but, what is the root of the term guy wire or
> just singly "guy" as a support. Where did it originate from?
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