sloper

noun

1. (informal) Something which angles or slopes, as distinguished from one that is verticle or horizontal.

2. A climbing hold that has a smooth surface and sloping shape, making it difficult to hold.

3. (textiles) A custom-fitted basic pattern from which patterns for many different styles can be created.

4. (textiles, obsolete) An assistant or apprentice cutter.

5. (obsolete) Members of the peerage who have fallen from wealth but maintain social contacts.