ropewardens
nounUK /ˈrəʊpˌwɔːdənz/
US /ˈroʊpˌwɔːrdənz/
People who take care of ropes and make sure they are safe.
The ropewardens checked every rope on the ship before the storm.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Officials in charge of rope supplies at a sailing event.
The ropewardens handed out new lines to each racing crew.
3. Workers who guard stored ropes in a warehouse.
The ropewardens locked the rope store at the end of the day.
4. People who teach others how to use ropes safely.
The ropewardens showed the campers how to tie strong knots.