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Synonyms of rope

11 similar words

Another word for rope is string. Other synonyms of rope are cord and line.

Synonyms and similar words for rope

nounThick strings, yarn, monofilaments, metal wires, or strands of other cordage that are twisted...

  • twine
  • lineA rope, cord, string, thread, or cable, of any thickness.
  • cordA long, thin, flexible length of twisted yarns (strands) of fibre (a rope, for example).
  • stringA long, thin and flexible structure made from threads twisted together.

nounA unit of distance equivalent to the distance covered in six months by a god flying at ten million...

  • rajjuSynonym of rope (“a unit of distance equivalent to the distance covered in six months by a god flying at ten million...
  • infinitudeThe state or quality of being infinite or having no limit.

verbTo tie (something) with rope.

  • tieTo twist (a string, rope, or the like) around itself securely.
  • bind
  • secure

verbTo throw a rope (or something similar, e.g. a lasso, cable, wire, etc.) around (something).

  • lassoTo catch with a lasso.

verbTo commit suicide, particularly by hanging.

Meaning of rope

  1. noun Thick strings, yarn, monofilaments, metal wires, or strands of other cordage that are twisted together to form a stronger line.
  2. noun An individual length of such material.
  3. noun A cohesive strand of something.

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Questions about synonyms of rope

What is another word for rope?
Rope has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as string, cord and line.
What does rope mean?
Rope means thick strings, yarn, monofilaments, metal wires, or strands of other cordage that are twisted together to form a stronger line.

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