mountaineer

noun

moun·​tain·​eer ˌmau̇n-tə-ˈnir 

1

: a native or inhabitant of a mountainous region

2

: a person who climbs mountains for sport

Examples of mountaineer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The ability to adapt and persist remains essential for both mountaineers and business founders. —Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025

As such, it's become a destination for mountaineers and thrill-seekers all over the world. —Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 Mar. 2025

This is Oregon state’s highest peak and an excellent first outing for aspiring mountaineers. —Sean McNally, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2025

Unshakable Self-Belief as Founders What truly set these mountaineers apart was their absolute certainty in their capabilities despite universal doubt—the same mindset successful entrepreneurs need when launching ventures no one else believes in. —Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

mountain + -eer

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for mountaineer

• atmosphere
• biosphere
• centromere
• chemosphere
• chromosphere
• hemisphere
• hydrosphere
• lithosphere
• mesosphere
• microsphere
• miserere
• photosphere

Kids Definition

mountaineer

noun

moun·​tain·​eer ˌmau̇nt-ᵊn-ˈi(ə)r 

1

: a person who lives in the mountains

2

: a mountain climber