The Clue
Know the ___ (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ROPES
Tags
Notes
The answer ROPES is uncommon, appearing about once every 425 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"