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Learn the ropes

Meaning

Learn something new.

Origin

A nautical term, from the days of sailing ships when new recruits had to learn how to tie knots and which rope hauled up which sail. After which of course they would know the ropes.

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The meaning and origin of the expression: Learn the ropes

Learn the ropes

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