climbing wall

noun

: a wall specially designed for climbing and often built to simulate a rocky surface

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The Rush Funplex The Rush Funplex is an indoor entertainment chain with go-karts, bowling, mini-golf, arcade games, bumper cars, rock-climbing wall with a foam pit, laser tag, kiddie cars, private party rooms and a cafe. Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Also, inflatable jousting, a rock-climbing wall and food (while supplies last). Holly Andres, Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026 The store will include interactive features such as an indoor climbing wall, TrackMan golf simulators and batting cages, giving customers opportunities to try out equipment and build their skills. Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 5 June 2026 The store will have a climbing wall, a central skylight atrium and window lines overseeing an outdoor field. Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for climbing wall

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of climbing wall was in 1956

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“Climbing wall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/climbing%20wall. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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