climbing wall

noun

: a wall specially designed for climbing and often built to simulate a rocky surface

Examples of climbing wall in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Formerly part of the U.S. Steel Corporation, the converted Steelworkers Park is all walking paths and lake views, anchored by an imposing thirty-foot climbing wall that was once the factory’s ore wall. Outside Online, 28 May 2025 The towable home is centered around a large living room with a climbing wall section that provides access to a neat netted hangout area. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 23 Apr. 2025 Linn’s accomplishments extend well beyond the climbing wall. Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2025 The festival was set to involve an array of activities and displays on the National Mall, including a fitness competition, climbing wall, armored vehicles, Humvees, helicopters and other equipment. Lolita C. Baldor, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for climbing wall

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of climbing wall was in 1956

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Climbing wall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/climbing%20wall. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!