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

Despite his disappointment, Djokovic showed his sportsmanship by clambering over the net to warmly hug Alcaraz on creating a slice of history.

From BBC

The griffin, clambering over his lap, felt heavier.

From Literature

It's got the touchy-feely, we're-not-uptight family atmosphere, full of playful laughs and children clambering over their parents.

From BBC

“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

Related Words

• ascendance
• ascension
• climb