Definition

Able to be tied or secured with a rope.

Example

The cattle were ropable, making it easy for the ranchers to catch them.

Conversation

Hey, I heard you got ropable during the game yesterday.

Yeah, it was really frustrating when we lost that last point.

I can imagine! It's tough when emotions run high and you feel ropable about it.

Exactly! But I'm trying to stay calm and not let it get to me.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ropable → It is formed from "rope" (from Old English *rapa*, meaning a length of cord) and "-able" (meaning capable of or suitable for). The word "ropable" means capable of being roped or suitable for being tied with a rope.

Memory Tip

Think of a length of cord ('rope') that is 'capable' ('-able') of being used to tie something. This helps you remember that 'ropable' refers to something that can be roped.

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