The Clue
Hawser, e.g. (4 letter answer)
The Answer
ROPE
Tags
Notes
The answer ROPE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
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Definition
ROPE as a noun:
1. a strong line
2. (R-2, Mexican valium, rophy, rope, roofy, roach, forget me drug, circle) = street names for flunitrazepan
ROPE as a verb:
1. (lasso, rope) = catch with a lasso; "rope cows"
2. (rope, leash) = fasten with a rope; "rope the bag securely"