carabiner

noun

car·​a·​bi·​ner ˌker-ə-ˈbē-nər 

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

Illustration of carabiner

Examples of carabiner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Universal Tag Tracker attaches to keys, bags, backpacks, wallets, and more, and each comes with a silicone case and carabiner. — ABC News, 13 June 2026

In the past year, performative masc competitions have appeared across the country, with lesbians — hair slicked back and carabiners dangling from their Carhartt jeans — showing off in front of leering crowds. — Emma Madden, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026

The brand is best known for punky silver bracelets, carabiners, pendants and signet rings, all handcrafted in Bali and sold online. — Ardian Wibisono, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026

The speaker also comes with a loop and a carabiner included for convenient carry-on. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for carabiner

• intervener
• intervenor
• misdemeanor
• misdemeanour
• cleaner
• diener
• gleaner
• greener
• keener
• leaner
• lienor
• meaner