Tangled mess, maybe (6)
I believe the answer is:
cables
(Other definitions for cables that I've seen before include "Hawsers" , "Strong hauling ropes or chains" , "Heavy ropes or chains" , "Thick wires" , "Thick wire ropes or old telegrams" .)
I believe the answer is:
cables
(Other definitions for cables that I've seen before include "Hawsers" , "Strong hauling ropes or chains" , "Heavy ropes or chains" , "Thick wires" , "Thick wire ropes or old telegrams" .)