Jumar
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Jumar is a noun meaning (climbing) A device, used to clip on a rope, that tightens when weight is applied, thus allowing the rope to be climbed.
Meaning
(climbing) A device, used to clip on a rope, that tightens when weight is applied, thus allowing the rope to be climbed.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To climb using this device.
- Alternative form of jumart.
Example Sentences
Jacob handed her the ATC belay device and jumar.
Word Forms
- jumars
- jumaring
- jumarring
- jumared
- jumarred
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ascendeur, runner, hanger, quickdraw, anchor, belay.
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