Definition of Ropey

1. Adjective. Of or resembling rope (or ropes) in being long and strong.

Exact synonyms: Ropy
Partainyms: Rope, Rope
Derivative terms: Rope, Rope

2. Adjective. Forming viscous or glutinous threads.
Exact synonyms: Ropy, Stringy, Thready
Similar to: Thick
Derivative terms: Ropiness

3. Adjective. (British informal) very poor in quality. "A ropey performance"
Exact synonyms: Ropy
Language type: Colloquialism
Geographical relationships: Britain, Great Britain, U.k., Uk, United Kingdom, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland
Similar to: Inferior

Definition of Ropey

1. ropy [adj ROPIER, ROPIEST] - See also: ropy

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ropey

ropemaker
roper
roperies
ropers
ropery
ropes
Ropes test
ropewalk
ropewalker
ropewalkers
ropewalks
ropeway
ropeways
ropework
ropeworks
ropey (current term)
rope bridge
rope burn
rope down
rope flap
rope in
rope ladder
rope off
rope tow
rope up
rope yard
rope yarn
rophy
ropier
ropiest

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