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

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Examples of carabiner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Your allies probably have LGBTQ+ coworkers, cousins or that person from their yoga class who has a labret piercing and a rainbow carabiner. —Anna Pulley, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025

Attached is a paracord handle that easily attaches to your backpack and comes with a compass and carabiner for your keys or other necessities. —Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025

Additionally, a detachable crossbody strap and double carabiner allow the style to be carried while walking barefoot on soft ground. —Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 26 May 2025

Editors’ Picks The gear found at the scene included ropes, carabiners and harnesses. —Alexandra E. Petri, New York Times, 13 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for carabiner

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• greener
• keener
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• meaner