rope 1 of 2

noun

ˈrōp How to pronounce rope (audio)
Definition of ropenext
1
as in wire
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things used a rope to tie the boat to the dock

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2
as in mechanics
ropes plural the characteristic peculiarities and technicalities of something needs a mentor who will show her the ropes of running a catering business

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3
as in brass tacks
ropes plural the specific practical details of something still learning the ropes of her new job

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rope

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verb

as in to cord

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Recent Examples of rope
Noun
Chad Gable countered with an ankle lock and later an armbar over the top rope. — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026 For the adventurous, there’s the Haulback Challenge rope and bridge course and the Timber Ripper Mountain coaster. — Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
The lawsuit has also roped in debate over the bureau’s February 2026 policy, which the government contends has replaced earlier guidance issued under an executive order that Lamberth initially enjoined last June. — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 27 May 2026 Ava McCue then roped a ball through the infield gap, which proceeded to roll all the way to deep center as the Dragons broke things open at 5-0. — Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for rope
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rope
  1. wire
  2. nuts and bolts
  3. cord
  4. cable
  5. specifics
  6. strap
  7. quirks
  8. tie
Noun
  • The album’s mood is evocative of a hot summer’s day; the combination of live-wire drum breaks and breezy keys suggests the feeling of dipping your toes in the ocean when the temperature outside is pushing 90.
    — Rae-Aila Crumble, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Safely lift grease and grime from grill grates without wire bristles, harsh chemicals or endless scrubbing.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of wire
Noun
  • For once the story seems less about progress in the nuts and bolts of how the cars weave their way around road hazards.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 June 2026
  • Some of my favorite Bonanza episodes were about the nuts and bolts of the Cartwrights’ cattle business and the kind of money their 2,000-acre spread generated from lumber.
    — Noel Murray, Vulture, 5 June 2026
Definition of nuts and bolts
Verb
  • Settings and controls Many electric or corded heating pads come with some type of temperature control, either through a remote or on the pad.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Electric snow blowers are corded and good for clearing light to moderate snow off patios, porches, walkways, and small-to-medium-size driveways.
    — Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026
Definition of cord
Noun
  • That’s why the systems are built with redundancy — typically to protect against natural disasters, cut cables and the like, but now for attacks, as well.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • This means players can continue using the mouse wirelessly without having to connect a charging cable.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of cable
Noun
  • Vitello was not aware of the specifics regarding whether Bader fell off the scooter or was hit by an automobile.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
  • But the organizing committee did not disclose specifics about how many tickets or which sessions would be available.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Definition of specifics
Verb
  • Members of the TreeCircus crew will help participants strap into the rope system and teach them how to climb using only the power of their own body.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
  • Outside Delhi, a 32-year-old garment maker identified as Lalita says her factory now requires everyone to strap a GoPro camera to their heads at the start of each shift.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 1 July 2026
Definition of strap
Noun
  • To what extent should a hostess accommodate these concerns — or quirks?
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
  • Ly emphasized that aspiring creators need to prioritize authenticity, lean into quirks and let the animal set the tone.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 29 July 2026
Definition of quirks
Verb
  • The Brewers tied it 1-1 in the fourth on a home run to center by Bauers, who now has 20 in a season for the first time in his career.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Stewart's two-run single off Wilber Dotel (1-4) in the eighth tied the score 7-7.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of tie

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“Rope.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rope. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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