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ROPE-PORTER

\ɹˈə͡ʊppˈɔːtə], \ɹˈə‍ʊppˈɔːtə], \ɹ_ˈəʊ_p_p_ˈɔː_t_ə]\

Definitions of ROPE-PORTER

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.

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A pulley mounted on a frame, over which the ropes of steam-ploughs are borne off the ground so as to prevent wear and tear from friction.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
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