I. ˈrōpiŋ adjective
Etymology: Middle English ropinge, from present participle of (assumed) Middle English ropen to be ropy, from Middle English rope (I)
archaic : ropy
II. noun
( -s )
Etymology: rope (I) + -ing
1. : ropes , cordage
2. : boltrope
3. : roving ; specifically : a wool sliver delivered from the finisher card ready for spinning