ropy

Meanings

• A type of long, thick, and flexible rope.

  - "The fisherman used a ropy to pull in his catch."
  - "The climber used a ropy to ascend the mountain."

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Synonyms

inferior , second-rate , shabby , unwell

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Rhymes

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propy , ropy-knee , coppy

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Homophones

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1. Ropy (en) : A type of long, thick, and flexible rope.
   

2. Ropy (sk) : A large, round, and soft mass or lump, especially one that is caused by an injury or disease.
   

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Variants

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ropey , ropier , ropiest , ropiness , ropinesses , ropy

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Forms

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{"term"=>"Verb", "definition"=>"A word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being."}, {"term"=>"Noun", "definition"=>"A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea."}

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Etymology

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From Old English 'rop' meaning 'a strand, a cord'.

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Trivia

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1. Ropy was used as a slang term in the 1960s and 1970s to describe someone who was very attractive and sexually alluring.

2. Ropy was also used as a nickname for the famous tennis player, Boris Becker, because of his long, thick, and flexible hair.

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Related Concepts

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1. Flexibility:

2. Durability:

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Culture

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Ropy has been used in various cultural contexts. For example, in ancient Greece, ropy was used to create intricate patterns on pottery. In medieval Europe, ropy was used to create large, decorative tapestries. In modern times, ropy has been used in various artistic and creative contexts, such as sculpture, photography, and digital art.

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