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rope

Definition

  • noun: a strong, thick string that is made by twisting many thin strings or fibers together
  • noun: a large stout cord of strands of fibers or wire twisted or braided together
  • verb: to bind, fasten, or tie (something or someone) with a rope
  • verb: to bind, fasten, or tie with a rope or cord
  • + 'in' or 'into'
  • synonyms: entice, inveigle, decoy

Examples

  • It shouldn't be necessary to 'jump through hoops' to get a computer to work properly.

  • I've been dealing with their lies for too long. I'm at the 'end of my rope'.

  • The children are outside 'skipping'. [=('US') 'skipping rope, jumping rope']

Movie quotes

  • (..) - How you doing, my friend? - Long time no see. Good to see you. Come on, gaIs. See you on the inside. This is a mistake. You crossed the rope. Never cross the rope. - My friends are inside. - Lose him. This isn't fair. Watch it, I'm a bIeeder. Put me down now, or I am never coming back here. Jeez. (..)
    1994 The Mask