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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
kar·a·bi·ner
less common spelling of carabiner
: 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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ABC News,
13 June 2026
In the past year, performative masc competitions have appeared across the country, with lesbians — hair slicked back and carabiners dangling from their Carhartt jeans — showing off in front of leering crowds.
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Emma Madden,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2023
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Noun
The Universal Tag Tracker attaches to keys, bags, backpacks, wallets, and more, and each comes with a silicone case and carabiner.
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ABC News,
13 June 2026
In the past year, performative masc competitions have appeared across the country, with lesbians — hair slicked back and carabiners dangling from their Carhartt jeans — showing off in front of leering crowds.
—
Emma Madden,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
Noun
First, during a bola-throwing competition, the karabiner connecting the rope to the balls got caught on Kaiser’s finger and sliced it open.
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Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2023
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“Carabiner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carabiner. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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