[also more ropy; most ropy] 1 : similar to rope : like rope in appearance
▪ ropy noodles/vines 2 Brit, informal a : in bad condition
▪ a ropy [=worn] suit : of bad quality ▪ ropy [=shoddy] plumbing
b : ill or unwell
▪ The passengers looked a bit ropy after the bumpy flight.
▪ ropy noodles/vines
▪ a ropy [=worn] suit : of bad quality ▪ ropy [=shoddy] plumbing
b : ill or unwell
▪ The passengers looked a bit ropy after the bumpy flight.







