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Ashley says that traditionally there are seven ropes on board ship but that, in reality, over sixty have been called rope over the years. To the best of my knowledge he does not expand further on the matter!
bolt rope (already mentioned)
bell rope, for the ship's bell
foot rope, suspended beneath the yards for the seaman's feet
I'm sure someone will come up with another, if not all seven (for extra credit?), soon enough for you to pass muster, and win the wine.
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