Abseil
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæb.seɪl/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Abseil is a verb meaning A descent in mountaineering using a rope looped at the top and a friction device.
Meaning
A descent in mountaineering using a rope looped at the top and a friction device.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To descend a steep or vertical drop using a rope with a mechanical friction device or (classic abseil) by wrapping the rope around the body.
Example Sentences
Although only five miles north of Winchester, the tunnel is in a rural location with no road access. Contractors were only able to reach the site after cutting through thick vegetation and abseiling down the slope on ropes.
Word Forms
- abseils
- abseiling
- abseiled
Synonyms for abseil
Depending on context, synonyms include rappel.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rappel, belay, dreep, dreap, abduce, abase.
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