rock climbing

noun

: mountain climbing on rocky cliffs
rock climb intransitive verb
rock climber noun

Examples of rock climbing in a Sentence

a book about rock climbing We are going rock climbing.
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And consider trying new activities like Pilates, kickboxing, rock climbing, hiking or team sports. Alice Callahan, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025 Active travelers will find abundant opportunities for rock climbing, kayaking, and hiking, while those craving a more leisurely getaway can soak up sun-and-sand nirvana at any of Krabi’s gorgeous beaches. Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 12 Dec. 2024 This past fall, Connor Herson decided to take a four-month break from his studies at Stanford University to go rock climbing. Jayme Moye, Outside Online, 27 Dec. 2024 The park, just down the road from the Soaring Eagle casino and hotel, features a wave rider, body slide, bowl slide, rock climbing wall, lazy river, children's play area and a private adult pool, hot tub and sauna. Day passes are $33 to $44 per person. Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rock climbing 

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rock climbing was in 1875

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“Rock climbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rock%20climbing. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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