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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Trail house offerings include private Sedona hikes, mountain bike rides, trail running and rock climbing. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025 Aries can choose from a wide variety of activities, including rock climbing, stargazing, skiing, rafting, horseback riding and of course, hiking. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025 Located in Randleman, North Carolina, Victory Junction’s 84 acres includes rock climbing, a race track, and a giant barnyard where Whitetop lives. Stephanie Gallman Jordan, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025 Students learn to lead outdoor expeditions and teach leadership skills through activities like rock climbing, kayaking, and wilderness survival. Scott White, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025 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 22 Apr. 2025.

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