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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Four years later, the couple got engaged on April 1, 2024, while on a rock climbing trip. Ariana Quihuiz, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025 The designer took inspiration from his background in rock climbing for the collection. Layla Ilchi, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025 Luke enjoys playing the drums, singing, rock climbing, and exploring nature. Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Nov. 2024 Mohonk Mountain House New Paltz, New York Located in the scenic Adirondacks, Mohonk Mountain House features kid-friendly amenities like a children’s program, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a rock climbing wall, and nature walks. Jean Chen Smith, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 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 7 Feb. 2025.

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