mountaineering
mountaineering — noun
1. the sport of walking and climbing up high mountains, often using special equipme
the sport of walking and climbing up high mountains, often using special equipment like ropes, ice axes, and crampons
Mountaineering in the Himalayas demands months of physical training and careful planning.
The young doctor completed a mountaineering course before attempting Mont Blanc.
collocation: mountaineering course
Bad weather forced the mountaineering team to turn back just below the summit.
A family of mountaineering guides has lived in this Swiss village for generations.
Modern mountaineering equipment includes lightweight ropes, ice axes, and insulated clothing.
- mountain climbing
a more general term; mountaineering implies greater technical skill and longer expeditions
- alpinism
more formal, referring specifically to climbing in the Alpine style with light, fast ascents
- peak bagging
informal term focused on the goal of reaching as many summits as possible
用法筆記
Distinguish from 'hiking': mountaineering involves climbing high mountains with technical skills and special equipment, while hiking is walking on trails, usually at lower altitudes and on gentler ground.