rock climbing

noun

: mountain climbing on rocky cliffs
rock climb intransitive verb
rock climber noun

Examples of rock climbing in a Sentence

a book about rock climbing We are going rock climbing.
Recent Examples on the Web His new recruit, rock climbing expert Olivia (Nathalie Emmanuel), is accepting the position primarily to make her father happy. Courtney Howard, Variety, 13 Mar. 2024 Don't miss Seneca Rocks, one of West Virginia's most popular natural landmarks and rock climbing destinations. Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024 Kid-friendly features Kids will love the dedicated children's pool and Mayan-pyramid water playground, while teens can enjoy activities like rock climbing and zip lining. Karen Cicero, Parents, 8 Mar. 2024 The playground has a multi-slide tower and rock climbing features for adventurous kids. Jen Guadarrama, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Mar. 2024 Outside magazine, which focuses on rock climbing and other sports, described Barrett as a prominent member of the Northern California climbing community. Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Feb. 2024 Think skeet shooting, horseback riding, roping, wildlife viewing, rock climbing, and more, all with private, in-house guides. Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 12 Feb. 2024 There is a fitness center, jogging track, a basketball and soccer court, a putt-putt course, pickleball, rock climbing and dancing. Ceylan Yeginsu Scott McIntyre, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2024 This season, the couples will try different activities together to bond, including rock climbing, a NSFW Planetarium class, mezcal tasting, an aura reading, and more. Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rock climbing was in 1875

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“Rock climbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rock%20climbing. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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