What is another word for climber?

Pronunciation: [klˈa͡ɪmə] (IPA)

Climbing enthusiasts can be described using a range of synonyms for the word "climber". These include "mountaineer", which implies a focus on scaling high peaks; "scrambler", which refers to someone who enjoys scrambling up rocky terrain; "boulderer", which specifically refers to those who climb boulders without ropes or climbing gear; and "rock climber", which generally describes those who scale steep cliffs or walls using ropes and equipment. Other terms that may be used include "alpinist", "hill-walker", "peak-bagger" and "adventurer". Each of these terms slightly different nuances, suggesting varying levels of technical ability, experience or focus within the sport of climbing.

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Usage examples for Climber

The well known Engineer R. C. Bates, who as a U.S. revenue inspector of mines and an explorer and mountain climber, did much pioneer work about Mt.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
It was like asking a mountain climber if he had ever felt a taut rope over the razor edge of a precipice suddenly go slack.
"Eight Keys to Eden"
Mark Irvin Clifton
She learned the springy gait of the true hill climber, and drank in health and strength from the keen hill air.
"The Literary Sense"
E. Nesbit

Famous quotes with Climber

  • There are many questions, but I cannot answer because I'm not a businessman, I am a climber.
    Anatoli Boukreev
  • I think climbing is less a sport and more a hobby, and as such, I think everybody's a beginning climber.
    Alex Lowe
  • The best climber in the world is the one that has the most fun.
    Alex Lowe
  • As a child I was the best tree climber in our neighbourhood, I was like a little monkey. I've never been afraid of hurting myself or a little physical discomfort.
    Rachel Weisz
  • Enthusiasm is the great hill-climber.
    Elbert Hubbard

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