as in walker
a person who climbs mountains; a mountain climber
They were guided on the adventure by an experienced mountaineer who had scaled many of the country's highest peaks.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of mountaineer
This is Oregon state’s highest peak and an excellent first outing for aspiring mountaineers.
—
Sean McNally, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2025
Unshakable Self-Belief as Founders What truly set these mountaineers apart was their absolute certainty in their capabilities despite universal doubt—the same mindset successful entrepreneurs need when launching ventures no one else believes in.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
But the 21-year-old mountaineer’s trek — across the world, up the tallest peaks and lately, into new fields and onto a different kind of hill altogether — is making its mark.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
In May, an Austrian mountaineer and guide named Lukas Furtenbach will take four paying clients on an Everest expedition not unlike the one described above.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 31 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mountaineer
Sean McNally, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2025
Unshakable Self-Belief as Founders What truly set these mountaineers apart was their absolute certainty in their capabilities despite universal doubt—the same mindset successful entrepreneurs need when launching ventures no one else believes in.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
But the 21-year-old mountaineer’s trek — across the world, up the tallest peaks and lately, into new fields and onto a different kind of hill altogether — is making its mark.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
In May, an Austrian mountaineer and guide named Lukas Furtenbach will take four paying clients on an Everest expedition not unlike the one described above.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 31 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mountaineer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mountaineer
Noun
-
Use assistive devices if needed: For some, a cane or walker can reduce physical strain and improve breathing.—
Emily Brown,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
-
Participants start between 8-8:45 a.m. May 17, San Sebastian Trailhead, 753 W. State Road 436, Altamonte Springs, $4 per person, free for walkers ages 12 or younger who do not want credit, 917-881-8358, midfloridamilers.org. Steinway Society Spring Concert: Sponsored by Helpful Hands.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2025
Noun
-
Though pursued by superior climbers, Plapp used time-trialling ability to maintain his gap in the valleys, eventually winning by a minute to realise his talent on the big stage.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
-
In 2024, two climbers fell to their deaths while attempting to sidestep crowds in this section.—
Ben Ayers,
Outside Online,
17 May 2025
Noun
-
Her work spurred city leaders to call for a state of emergency to improve infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists, leading the city to implement a new quick-build program to improve high-risk roadways.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
21 May 2025
-
On Tuesday, cops charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
21 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Mountaineer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mountaineer. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share