Definition

Noun: A length of rope, typically with handles at each end, that is swung in a circular motion over the head and under the feet while a person jumps over it. This term refers to the physical object used in the activity of skipping or jump rope.

Usage

The term "skip rope" is used to name the equipment for the activity. It is a countable noun. - Example: "She bought a new skip rope for her exercise routine." - Example: "The children took turns with the skip rope during recess."

Examples

• "For cardio, all you need is a good skip rope and some space."
• "He practiced his speed by using a weighted skip rope."
• "The old skip rope was frayed and needed to be replaced."

Advanced Usage

• While "skip rope" is a noun for the object, the activity is commonly called "skipping rope" (gerund phrase) or "jump rope."
  • Example: "Skipping rope is an excellent form of exercise." (Here, "skipping rope" is the activity, not the object).

Variants and Related Words

• Jump rope: (noun) A common synonym for "skip rope," especially in American English.
  • Example: "She is very fast with her jump rope."
• Skipping rope: (noun) Another common term, particularly in British English.
  • Example: "They played a game of skipping rope."

Synonyms

• Jump rope (n.)
• Skipping rope (n.)

Notes

• The verb phrases are "to skip rope" or "to jump rope."
  • Example: "She can skip rope for five minutes straight."
• The term is not typically used in idiomatic expressions or as a phrasal verb.

Noun

1. a length of rope (usually with handles on each end) that is swung around while someone jumps over it