ropemaker

Thân thiện

A ropemaker twists long strands of hemp into a thick rope.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A craftsman who makes ropes: A "ropemaker" is a skilled artisan whose occupation involves the manufacture of ropes, typically by twisting fibers such as hemp, sisal, or synthetic materials.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The old shipyard employed a master ropemaker to produce all its rigging.
  • He apprenticed for seven years to become a qualified ropemaker.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in historical or traditional craft contexts, referring to a trade that was essential in maritime industries before the widespread use of industrial manufacturing.
  • In the 18th century, a ropemaker was a vital member of any port community.

Variants and Related Words

• Ropemaking (n): The craft or process of making ropes.
  • Ropemaking is an ancient skill.
• Ropewalk (n): A long, narrow path or building where ropes are manufactured.
  • The historic ropewalk is now a museum.

Synonyms

• Roper: A less common synonym for a person who makes ropes.
• Cordwainer (archaic): Historically, a worker in leather, especially a shoemaker, but sometimes confused with ropework; not a direct synonym.
• Artisan, Craftsman: General terms for a skilled manual worker.

Related Phrases

• While "ropemaker" itself is not typically part of phrasal verbs, it can be used in descriptive phrases.
  • To work as a ropemaker
  • The art of the ropemaker

Related Idioms

• There are no common idioms that feature the word "ropemaker" specifically. The craft is sometimes referenced metaphorically in phrases about strength or connection, but these do not use the exact word "ropemaker."

Học thuật

Noun

1. a craftsman who makes ropes

Từ đồng nghĩa

• rope-maker
• roper