rope out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Of a tornado funnel, to narrow and lengthen and perhaps curl into complex, rope-like shapes, usually during dissipation.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “rope out” mean?
Of a tornado funnel, to narrow and lengthen and perhaps curl into complex, rope-like shapes, usually during dissipation.
Is “rope out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.