adj
ropy
Ropy (adj) means resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch.
adj
1
Resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch.
2
Capable of forming rope-like or thread-like structures.
3
Of milk or another liquid: slimy, as after the action of Enterobacter aerogenes in syrup.
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Etymology
From Middle English ropy, from Middle English rop + -y, equivalent to rope + -y.
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What is the meaning of ropy?
"ropy" (adj) means resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch.
What are the different meanings of ropy?
"ropy" has 3 main meanings: 1. Resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch; 2. Capable of forming rope-like or thread-like structures; 3. Of milk or another liquid: slimy, as after the action of Enterobacter aerogenes in syrup.