mountaineer
noun
moun·tain·eer
ˌmau̇n-tə-ˈnir 
1
: a native or inhabitant of a mountainous region
2
: a person who climbs mountains for sport
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In July, German mountaineer and Olympic gold medalist, Laura Dahlmeier, died while attempting to climb another peak in the region.
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CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025
The professional ski mountaineer loves living in Park City because of the locals who walk the walk and lead with values and heart.
—Outside, 25 Nov. 2025
What's more, the bivouac can automatically activate a bright red light in low visibility conditions, to ensure mountaineers are able to see the building from a distance.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
Victims are frequently ski mountaineers or freeriders.
—NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
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CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025
The professional ski mountaineer loves living in Park City because of the locals who walk the walk and lead with values and heart.
—Outside, 25 Nov. 2025
What's more, the bivouac can automatically activate a bright red light in low visibility conditions, to ensure mountaineers are able to see the building from a distance.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
Victims are frequently ski mountaineers or freeriders.
—NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
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“Mountaineer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mountaineer. Accessed 6 Dec. 2025.
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mountaineer
noun
moun·tain·eer
ˌmau̇nt-ᵊn-ˈi(ə)r
1
: a person who lives in the mountains
2
: a mountain climber
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