carabiner

noun

car·​a·​bi·​ner ˌker-ə-ˈbē-nər How to pronounce carabiner (audio)
ˌka-rə-
variants or less commonly karabiner
: a usually D-shaped or oblong metal ring with one spring-hinged side that is used especially in mountain climbing as a connector and to hold a freely running rope

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Luckily, this multi-tool carabiner can do just about anything and easily clips on to your backpack for quick access. Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2024 Tchotchkes like light-up pens, carabiner clips, and mini calculators were popular. Mark Dent, thehustle.co, 20 Sep. 2024 To avoid a phone snatching, use a phone lanyard that is secured to your person with a carabiner, or a firm neck or wrist cord. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2024 Klymit Double Wide Camping Hammock for $49 ($67) Snuggle up and try to spot the aurora borealis from this double-wide hammock, which comes complete with tree straps, daisy chains, and carabiners rated for up to 400 lbs. Emily Pennington, Outside Online, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for carabiner 

Word History

Etymology

German Karabiner, short for Karabinerhaken, literally, carabineer's hook

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of carabiner was in 1920

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“Carabiner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carabiner. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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