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.
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From dirtbags to gym rats With origins in Alpine exploration, rock climbing developed as a sport in late-19th century Europe. Kelli María Korducki, HubSpot, 17 Oct. 2025 There is also a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, hayrides, cider-making demonstrations, an axe-throwing station and a rock climbing station. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025 With the purchase of a Pumpkin Pass, children can also participate in activities such as a petting zoo, rock climbing wall and inflatable games. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 12 Oct. 2025 After news of Cleveland's passing, members of the rock climbing community shared an outpouring of memories online. Kelli Arseneau, jsonline.com, 10 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rock climbing

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 21 Oct. 2025.

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