climbing wall

noun

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

Examples of climbing wall in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Boro Beach Boro Beach features two giant water slides, a splash pad, a climbing wall and a floating bridge. Devarrick Turner, USA TODAY, 17 July 2024 There is a 40-foot climbing wall and sports bar in addition to tennis and swimming experiences. Samantha Conti, WWD, 1 July 2024 For instance, a tall climbing wall may be difficult for a younger child to climb independently. Chauntel Brusie, Parents, 7 June 2024 There are also plenty of amusement rides, games, a petting zoo and a climbing wall. Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for climbing wall 

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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 27 Jul. 2024.

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