rappel
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verb
rap·pel
\rə-ˈpel, ra-\
Simple Definition of rappel
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: to move down a steep cliff, rock, etc., by pushing your feet against its surface and sliding down a rope
Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary
Full Definition of rappel
rappelled
alsorappeled
rappelling
alsorappeling
intransitive verb
: to descend (as from a cliff) by sliding down a rope passed under one thigh, across the body, and over the opposite shoulder or through a special friction device
rappel
nounOrigin and Etymology of rappel
French, literally, recall, from Old French rapel, from rapeler to recall, from re- + apeler to appeal, call — more at appeal
First Known Use: 1944
RAPPEL Defined for Kids
rappel
verb
rap·pel
\rə-ˈpel, ra-\
Definition of rappel for Students
rappelled
rappelling
: to move down a steep slope (as a cliff) by pushing the feet against its surface and sliding down a rope
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