A rope is a group of yarns, plies, fibers, or strands that are twisted or braided together into a larger and stronger form. Ropes have tensile strength and can be used for dragging and lifting. The twist of the strands in a twisted or braided rope serves not only to keep a rope together but also enables the rope to more evenly distribute tension among the individual strands. Without any twist in the rope, the shortest strand(s) would always be supporting a much higher proportion of the total load. Rope has been used since prehistoric times and is of paramount importance in fields as diverse as construction, seafaring, exploration, sports, theatre, and communications. Many types of knots have been developed to fasten with rope, join ropes, and utilize rope to generate mechanical advantage.
According to various dictionaries, a rope is a strong, thick line or cord, commonly one composed of twisted or braided strands of hemp, flax, or the like, or of wire or other material. It can be used for various purposes such as pulling cars, tying up boats, and lassoing.
