rock climbing

noun

1. the sport of climbing sheer rocky surfaces on the sides of mountains, often with the aid of special equipment.

rock climbing

noun

1. the technique and sport of climbing on steep rock faces, usually with ropes and other equipment and as part of a team or pair

Other Word Forms

• rock climber noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of rock climbing¹

First recorded in 1840–45

Related Words

• mountain climbing 
• mountaineering