Definition of ropy
ropier
;ropiest
ropiness
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Examples of ropy in a Sentence
The passengers looked a bit ropy after the bumpy flight.
because the paint was so old, it was ropy and couldn't be smoothly applied to the wood
First Known Use of ropy
15th century
ROPY Defined for English Language Learners
ropy
playDefinition of ropy for English Language Learners
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: similar to rope : like rope in appearance
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: in bad condition : of bad quality
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: ill or unwell
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