rock climbing

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

Origin of rock climbing

1
First recorded in 1840–45

Other words from rock climbing

  • rock climber, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for rock climbing

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

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