Definition of rope-walk:
(n) :
(uncountable) Thick strings, yarn, monofilaments, metal wires, or strands of other cordage that are twisted together to form a stronger line.
(n) :
(countable) An individual length of such material.
(n) :
A cohesive strand of something.
(n) :
(nautical) Cordage of at least one inch in diameter, or a length of such cordage.
(n) :
(dated) A continuous stream.
(n) :
(baseball) A hard line drive.