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.
Recent Examples on the Web
This quaint town has become a popular tourist stop, due to its proximity to some of the region's best rock climbing and mountain trails.
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Adam Lapetina, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2024
Cai grew up skiing, hiking, and rock climbing in her hometown outside of Boulder, Colo., and regularly visits home to test out the newest outdoor gear.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 11 Feb. 2024
His new recruit, rock climbing expert Olivia (Nathalie Emmanuel), is accepting the position primarily to make her father happy.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 13 Mar. 2024
Don't miss Seneca Rocks, one of West Virginia's most popular natural landmarks and rock climbing destinations.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
Kid-friendly features Kids will love the dedicated children's pool and Mayan-pyramid water playground, while teens can enjoy activities like rock climbing and zip lining.
—Karen Cicero, Parents, 8 Mar. 2024
The playground has a multi-slide tower and rock climbing features for adventurous kids.
—Jen Guadarrama, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Mar. 2024
Outside magazine, which focuses on rock climbing and other sports, described Barrett as a prominent member of the Northern California climbing community.
—Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Feb. 2024
Think skeet shooting, horseback riding, roping, wildlife viewing, rock climbing, and more, all with private, in-house guides.
—Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 12 Feb. 2024
Adam Lapetina, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2024
Cai grew up skiing, hiking, and rock climbing in her hometown outside of Boulder, Colo., and regularly visits home to test out the newest outdoor gear.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 11 Feb. 2024
His new recruit, rock climbing expert Olivia (Nathalie Emmanuel), is accepting the position primarily to make her father happy.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 13 Mar. 2024
Don't miss Seneca Rocks, one of West Virginia's most popular natural landmarks and rock climbing destinations.
—Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
Kid-friendly features Kids will love the dedicated children's pool and Mayan-pyramid water playground, while teens can enjoy activities like rock climbing and zip lining.
—Karen Cicero, Parents, 8 Mar. 2024
The playground has a multi-slide tower and rock climbing features for adventurous kids.
—Jen Guadarrama, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Mar. 2024
Outside magazine, which focuses on rock climbing and other sports, described Barrett as a prominent member of the Northern California climbing community.
—Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Feb. 2024
Think skeet shooting, horseback riding, roping, wildlife viewing, rock climbing, and more, all with private, in-house guides.
—Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 12 Feb. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1875, in the meaning defined above
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“Rock climbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rock%20climbing. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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