Alpinism: meaning, definitions and examples
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alpinism
[ ˈalpɪˌnɪz(ə)m ]
outdoor activity
Alpinism is the sport or technique of climbing high mountains, especially in the Alps.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- His passion for alpinism led him to conquer some of the highest peaks in the world.
- She dedicated her life to alpinism and became one of the most respected climbers in the community.
Translations
Translations of the word "alpinism" in other languages:
🇵🇹 alpinismo
🇮🇳 पर्वतारोहण
🇩🇪 Bergsteigen
🇮🇩 pendakian gunung
🇺🇦 альпінізм
🇵🇱 alpinizm
🇯🇵 登山 (とざん)
🇫🇷 alpinisme
🇪🇸 alpinismo
🇹🇷 dağcılık
🇰🇷 등산
🇸🇦 تسلق الجبال
🇨🇿 horolezectví
🇸🇰 horolezectvo
🇨🇳 登山
🇸🇮 alpinizem
🇮🇸 alpamennska
🇰🇿 альпинизм
🇬🇪 ალპინიზმი
🇦🇿 alpinizm
🇲🇽 alpinismo
Word origin
The term alpinism originated from the French word 'alpinisme' in the mid-19th century, referring to the activity of ascending mountains. It gained popularity as a competitive and recreational sport, particularly in the Alps region. Alpinism has evolved over the years with advancements in equipment and techniques, attracting enthusiasts from around the world to test their skills and endurance in challenging mountain environments.