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ropes

 

[ roʊps ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

on a ship

Ropes are thick cords or strands of fibrous material, typically used for fastening, securing, or lifting objects on a ship.

Synonyms

cords, hawsers, lines

Examples of usage

  • The sailors quickly adjusted the ropes to secure the sails.
  • She tied the ropes tightly around the cargo to prevent it from shifting.
Context #2 | Noun

in a sport or activity

In a sport or activity, ropes are often used for climbing, swinging, or as a safety measure.

Synonyms

cords, lines, tethers

Examples of usage

  • The climbers secured themselves with ropes as they ascended the rock face.
  • The gymnast gracefully swung from the ropes during her routine.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To ropes someone is to deceive or trick them in a clever or humorous way.

Synonyms

bamboozle, deceive, trick

Examples of usage

  • She roped him into believing her outrageous story.
  • He's known for roping his friends with elaborate pranks.

Translations

Translations of the word "ropes" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cordas

🇮🇳 रस्सियाँ

🇩🇪 Seile

🇮🇩 tali

🇺🇦 мотузки

🇵🇱 lina

🇯🇵 ロープ

🇫🇷 cordes

🇪🇸 cuerdas

🇹🇷 halatlar

🇰🇷 밧줄

🇸🇦 حبال

🇨🇿 lana

🇸🇰 laná

🇨🇳 绳子

🇸🇮 vrvi

🇮🇸 reipi

🇰🇿 арқан

🇬🇪 თოკები

🇦🇿 kəndir

🇲🇽 cuerdas

Word origin

The word 'ropes' originated from Old English 'rāp', which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic 'raipaz'. Ropes have been essential tools for human civilization for thousands of years, used in various activities ranging from sailing and construction to sports and entertainment.

See also: rope.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,406 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.