[rəʊp], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material
(e.g: there was no way down, even with a rope)

- a quantity of roughly spherical objects such as onions or beads strung together
(e.g: a rope of pearls)

- the established procedures in an organization or area of activity
(e.g: I want you to show her the ropes)


Phrases:
- a rope of sand
- give a man enough rope and he will hang himself
- on the rope
- on the ropes

Origin:
Old English rāp, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch reep and German Reif

[rəʊp], (Verb)

Definitions:
- catch, fasten, or secure with rope
(e.g: the calves must be roped and led out of the stockade)


Phrases:
- a rope of sand
- give a man enough rope and he will hang himself
- on the rope
- on the ropes

Origin:
Old English rāp, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch reep and German Reif