rope

¹rope

noun \ˈrōp\

Definition of ROPE

1

a : a large stout cord of strands of fibers or wire twisted or braided together b : a long slender strip of material used as rope <rawhide rope> c : a hangman's noose d : lariat

2

: a row or string consisting of things united by or as if by braiding, twining, or threading

3

plural : special or basic techniques or procedures <show him the ropes>

4

: line drive

— rope·like \-ˌlīk\ adjective

— on the ropes

: in a defensive and often helpless position

Examples of ROPE

1. Tie the end of the rope to the post.
2. She made a knot in the rope.
3. a six-foot length of rope
4. We used rope to tie down the furniture in the trailer.
5. The hostages were tied up with rope.
6. The veteran cop showed the rookie the ropes.
7. It will take a few weeks for new employees to learn the ropes.
8. someone who knows the ropes

Origin of ROPE

Middle English, from Old English rāp; akin to Old High German reif hoop

First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to ROPE

Synonyms: cable, lace, lacing, line, cord, string, wire

Related Words: guy, halyard, lanyard, stay; bungee cord, whipcord

Near Antonyms: big picture

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