Roper

Pronunciation: /ˈroʊpər/

Definitions of roper

noun a person who uses a lasso or lariat to rope livestock or other objects

Example Sentences

A1 The cowboy used a roper to catch the runaway calf.

A2 She bought a new roper for her horse to use in the rodeo.

B1 The roper skillfully lassoed the bull during the competition.

B2 The experienced roper won first place in the roping event.

C1 The precision and accuracy of the roper's throws were impressive.

C2 The roper demonstrated mastery in handling the lasso with finesse.

Examples of roper in a Sentence

formal The roper skillfully lassoed the runaway calf.

informal The roper caught the calf with his lasso.

slang The roper wrangled the calf with his rope.

figurative She was a skilled roper when it came to managing difficult situations.

Grammatical Forms of roper

• past tense: roped
• plural: ropers
• comparative: more rope
• superlative: most rope
• present tense: rope
• future tense: will rope
• perfect tense: have roped
• continuous tense: is roping
• singular: roper
• positive degree: rope
• infinitive: to rope
• gerund: roping
• participle: roping

Origin and Evolution of roper

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'roper' originated from the Middle English word 'roper', which was derived from the Old French word 'roper' meaning 'maker of ropes'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'roper' expanded to refer to a person who makes or sells ropes, as well as someone who engages in roping activities such as capturing cattle or horses with a lasso.