Definitions

1. noun

A person who makes or sells ropes, or a person who performs the role of a cowboy or rodeo rider.

“The town’s main industry was rope-making, with many ropers working in the factory.”

2. verb

To tie or secure something with a rope.

“The hikers had to roper their backpacks to the trees for the night.”

3. verb

To perform a specific action or role, especially in a rodeo or cowboy context.

“The young cowboy learned to roper cattle from his experienced mentor.”

4. noun

A device used to tie or secure something, such as a loop or a knot.

“The hikers used a roper to secure their tent to the ground.”