Rope: meaning, definitions and examples

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rope

[ rəʊp ]

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material

A length of strong cord made by twisting together strands of natural fibers such as hemp or synthetic fibers such as nylon.

Synonyms

cord, line, twine

Examples of usage

He tied the boat to the dock with a sturdy rope.
The climbers used a thick rope to secure themselves as they climbed the mountain.
The rope snapped under the weight of the heavy load.

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figurative

A means of escape or assistance in a difficult situation.

Synonyms

lifeline, solution, way out

Examples of usage

She felt like she was at the end of her rope, with no way out of her troubles.
The unexpected offer of help was like a lifeline, a rope thrown to a drowning person.

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fasten with a rope

To tie, fasten, or secure with a rope.

Synonyms

bind, secure, tie

Examples of usage

He roped the boxes together to make them easier to carry.
She roped her bike to the post to prevent it from being stolen.

Translations

Translations of the word "rope" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corda

🇮🇳 रस्सी

🇩🇪 Seil

🇮🇩 tali

🇺🇦 мотузка

🇵🇱 lina

🇯🇵 ロープ

🇫🇷 corde

🇪🇸 cuerda

🇹🇷 ip

🇰🇷 밧줄

🇸🇦 حبل

🇨🇿 lano

🇸🇰 lano

🇨🇳 绳子

🇸🇮 vrv

🇮🇸 reipi

🇰🇿 арқан

🇬🇪 თოკი

🇦🇿 ip

🇲🇽 cuerda

Word origin

The word 'rope' has its origins in the Old English word 'ráp', which is related to Dutch 'reep' and German 'Reif'. Ropes have been used by humans for thousands of years for various purposes, such as hunting, sailing, and construction. The evolution of rope-making techniques led to the production of stronger and more versatile ropes, essential in maritime history and land-based activities. Today, ropes continue to be a fundamental tool in many industries and recreational pursuits.