/rəʊp/

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Meaning

Thick strong string made by twisting many thin threads together.

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Word origin

From Old English rap, a thick cord made of twisted threads.

Origin
Old English
Root
rap

Grammar

Gender
Pluralropes

Examples

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Here the rope holds the boat in place.

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"Rope" is thicker and stronger than string.

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"Ropes" is the plural of "rope".

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This word is taught in chapter 20, lesson 8: rope, advantage, pure and 7 more words.