to rope

To tie something tightly with rope or string

To fasten things together using metal links

To fasten a belt or strap with a clasp

Fasten something with rope so it cannot move

To fasten something with a band so it stays in place

To tie things together with a loop of material

To thread a cord through holes to fasten shoes

To tie an animal or object so it cannot move away

To fasten something securely with rope or cord

To fasten a strap tightly so it does not slip

To fasten something with rope or straps to keep it from moving

To tie the legs and wings of a bird so it cooks evenly

To tie a rope to something to hold it for safety, for example when climbing or docking a boat

To fasten something with a small hook or buckle

To bind things with a thin rope or string

To tie things together with rope to hold them in place

To fasten something with a strong wire or rope

Fasten a rope or string so it does not come loose

To tie something tightly with rope so it does not move

To tie a rope to a metal or wooden fitting to hold it in place

Make a knot or lace loose by undoing it

Make something less tight so it can move or open

You are unable to deal with something because you have no patience or energy

Let someone act freely until they make a mistake

Easy pay you get with little or no work

Allow someone freedom to show ability or make mistakes that reveal their true character

To try to do something that cannot be done

In a risky situation that could end badly

To be in a risky situation that needs great care to avoid failure

To keep people out of an area by putting ropes around it

Convince someone to join an activity, often when they do not want to

Attach yourself to other climbers with ropes for safety

To go down a steep cliff using a rope

Mark an area with a rope to keep people out

A rope with handles used for jumping over as it swings under your feet

An area of skin rubbed and hurt by a rough cord

A ladder made of ropes and wooden steps used when a regular ladder cannot be used

A boxing tactic of pretending to be weak to tire an opponent and outsmart them by appearing passive

A narrow crossing of ropes and boards for walking over water or a valley

A game or exercise in which people jump while a rope swings under their feet

A ski lift with a moving rope that skiers hold onto to be pulled uphill

A long rope with handles that you jump over for exercise

A rope that workers hold to control a load when a crane lifts it

A strong rope that holds a tent or pole steady by being tied to the ground

A rope that people use to kill someone by putting it around their neck and making them fall

A rope or chain that connects an anchor to a boat

A rope at the side of a ship's front pole that crew hold for safety

Something that looks strong but is weak and cannot be trusted

A long narrow workplace where people make strong lines for ships

A bundle of strong threads twisted to make rope

A person who makes long strong cords by twisting fibers

A strong rope that people use to pull a car or boat

A long rope with handles that you swing and jump over for exercise or play