Towrope
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Towrope is a noun meaning A rope (e.g., manila rope, wire rope, cable) used for towing large objects (e.g., motor vehicles, marine vessels, gliders).
Meaning
A rope (e.g., manila rope, wire rope, cable) used for towing large objects (e.g., motor vehicles, marine vessels, gliders).
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: towline
During these tricks, skiers rotate over the towrope with both feet.
A ground crew person stretches the towrope down the runway, with the winch at one end and the sailplane at the other.
Word Forms
- towropes
Synonyms for towrope
Depending on context, synonyms include towline.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include towline, cable, towee, wainrope, towboat, towtruck.
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