mountaineering

noun

moun·​tain·​eer·​ing ˌmau̇n-tə-ˈnir-iŋ 

: the sport or technique of scaling mountains

Examples of mountaineering in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Founded in a Swiss village in 1862, Mammut is best known for its mountaineering apparel and climbing equipment. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

In January and February, people from around the world come here for the mountains and skiing, including the annual Pierra Creta ski mountaineering race. — Noo Saro-Wiwa, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026

However, Pandey also expressed interest in having his company test the Freefly drones in support of mountaineering expeditions. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 10 Sep. 2026

There is a lesson here in solo travel and solo mountaineering. — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

mountaineer "to engage in mountain-climbing" (verbal derivative of mountaineer) + -ing entry 1

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

mountaineering

noun

moun·​tain·​eer·​ing -ˈi(ə)r-iŋ 

: the sport or technique of climbing mountains