clambering

American  

[klam-ber-ing, klam-er-] / ˈklæm bər ɪŋ, ˈklæm ər- /

noun

1. climbing or moving with effort or difficulty, typically using both hands and feet.

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adjective

1. Botany. of or relating to plants that creep or climb like vines, but without benefit of tendrils.

Etymology

Origin of clambering

clamber + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“Pardon me,” she said, clambering to her feet with as much dignity as she could muster, given the awkward circumstances.

From Literature

Rescue workers were clambering over the rubble – some of it was still smouldering.

From BBC

Spaniels are well known for their affectionate behaviour and the picture shows the puppies clambering around the prince.

From BBC

His version of Labour is comfortable appearing in front of Union Jacks, posing with soldiers or clambering in and out of submarines, though not all of his colleagues are.

From BBC

She said it is for everyone: "We have people come along with babies in prams, people who have toddlers clambering over them, through to older people in wheelchairs and with walkers, it's really special."

From BBC

Related Words

• ascendance
• ascension
• climb