Rope

/roʊp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A similar length of material made of synthetic fibers or wire, often used in specialized applications.

The construction crew used steel ropes to hoist heavy materials to the upper floors.

A rope-like structure used in various contexts, often metaphorically.

During the ceremony, the couple symbolically tied a rope to represent their bond.

A length of strong cord made by twisting together strands of fibers, used for tying, binding, or lifting.

The climber secured the rope to the belay device before ascending the rock face.

verb

To fasten or secure something with a rope.

He roped the package securely to the back of the truck.

To catch or entrap an animal with a rope.

The cowboy roped the calf as it dashed across the pasture.

Middle English: from Old French 'rope' or from Latin 'rōpa', which means 'cord, rope'.

rope in

to involve someone in a situation or activity.

rope-a-dope

a boxing tactic of pretending to be weak.

jump rope

a game or exercise involving jumping over a rope swung under the feet.

cord

a thin, flexible length of twisted material used for binding or tying.

cable

a thick, strong rope made of several strands.

string

a thin piece of cord or thread used for tying.

To rope someone in

She roped him in for volunteering.

Hit the ropes

He hit the ropes when he had to leave the party early.