Definition

A long path or building where materials are twisted together to make rope.

Example

The workers at the ropewalk skillfully twisted the fibers to create strong ropes.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a ropewalk in action?

No, I haven't! What's that like?

It's pretty cool; they twist the fibers together to make rope.

That sounds interesting! I would love to see how it's done.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ropewalk is formed from "rope" (from Old English *rāp*, meaning a cord or string) and "walk" (from Old English *wealcan*, meaning to roll or move). The term originally referred to a place where ropes were made by walking out the strands of fiber.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where people 'move' ('walk') to create 'cords' ('rope') — that's what a ropewalk is.

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