canyoneering

noun

can·​yon·​eer·​ing ˌkan-yə-ˈnir-iŋ 

: the sport of exploring canyons (as by climbing, rappelling, or rafting)

canyoneer

ˌkan-yə-ˈnir 

noun

Examples of canyoneering in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Wildlife viewing is just one element of the customizable all-inclusive itineraries that can also incorporate canyoneering, glacial immersions, heli experiences, archery, and equestrian adventures. —Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025

The Fiery Furnace is also a beloved canyoneering area due to its technical terrain. —Mary Beth “mouse” Skylis, Outside Online, 27 Mar. 2025

The property also takes advantage of its surrounding crag, with tours like full-day rock climbing, canyoneering, mountain biking, and a two-hour Zion stargazing tour complete with telescopes for peering into deep space. —Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 4 Mar. 2025

At each obstacle, following canyoneering practices shown us by Rick Green, owner of the guiding outfit Excursions of Escalante, one of us waited to help the next person. —Alison Osius, Outside Online, 31 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for canyoneering

• commandeering
• disappearing
• domineering
• engineering
• interfering
• overhearing
• persevering
• pioneering
• privateering
• profiteering
• racketeering
• reappearing