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Rappel

/ɹæˈpɛl/ · noun

Meaning

Descent by means of a rope..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Descent by means of a rope.
  2. To abseil.
  3. (obsolete) To call back a hawk.
  4. (military) A drumbeat pattern for calling soldiers to gather.

Example Sentences

[…] he has to retramp the same streets, rebeat the same rappel […]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does rappel mean?

Rappel means Descent by means of a rope..

What is a synonym for rappel?

Common synonyms include rappelling, abseiling.

What is the opposite of rappel?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use rappel in a sentence?

[…] he has to retramp the same streets, rebeat the same rappel […]

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