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 While there are plenty of pools around the state, some offer superlative swims thanks to their views, waterpark amenities, and, yes, even a rock climbing wall that juts above the water. Brittany Anas, The Denver Post, 6 June 2024 That’s what rock climbing legend Alex Honnold told my colleague Jack Dolan, for this story about why outdoors lovers are flocking to Sin City. Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2024 These can include classics like botanical gardens, museums with exhibitions tailored to children their age or outdoor adventures like ziplining, rock climbing, canoeing, etc. Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 30 May 2024 There’s the Hyundai Air and Sea Show, a showcasing of technology from five U.S. military branches featuring performances, military displays and fireworks and a Kids Fun Zone with activities like rock climbing and bungee jumping. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 25 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for rock climbing 

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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 10 Jun. 2024.

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