Jump rope
Jump rope noun - A length of rope (usually with handles on each end) that is swung around while someone jumps over it.
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Synonyms for Jump rope
Skipping rope is a synonym for jump rope. (British) In some cases you can use "Skipping rope" instead a noun phrase "Jump rope".
Skipping rope
Skipping rope noun - A length of rope (usually with handles on each end) that is swung around while someone jumps over it.
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Synonyms for Skipping rope
Jump rope is a synonym for skipping rope. (American) You can use "Jump rope" instead a noun phrase "Skipping rope".
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Separated by a Common Language: There was a minor kerfluffle among British viewers about Rabbit referring to a "jump rope" rather than a "skipping rope".
Source: Disney / Winnie-the-Pooh
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