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adj. forming viscous or glutinous threads
adj. (British informal) very poor in quality
adj. of or resembling rope (or ropes) in being long and strong
Word Usage
"The 20-year-old Ulsterman started off "ropey" in his own words in the blustery, sand-swept conditions and then looked to Lady Luck to steady his dhow before producing four birdies on the back nine for a four-under 68."