Mountaineer: meaning, definitions and examples

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mountaineer

 

[ ˌmaʊntəˈnɪər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

adventure

A mountaineer is a person who climbs mountains as a sport or for recreation. Mountaineers often face challenging terrain and extreme weather conditions during their climbs.

Synonyms

alpinist, climber, peakbagger

Examples of usage

  • The mountaineer reached the summit of the mountain after a grueling ascent.
  • Many mountaineers enjoy the sense of achievement that comes with conquering a peak.
  • Mountaineers must be well-prepared and skilled in various climbing techniques.
  • Some mountaineers specialize in high-altitude climbing, tackling the world's tallest peaks.
  • Experienced mountaineers often form teams to tackle particularly difficult climbs.

Translations

Translations of the word "mountaineer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 montanhista

🇮🇳 पर्वतारोही

🇩🇪 Bergsteiger

🇮🇩 pendaki gunung

🇺🇦 альпініст

🇵🇱 alpinista

🇯🇵 登山家

🇫🇷 alpiniste

🇪🇸 montañero

🇹🇷 dağcı

🇰🇷 등산가

🇸🇦 متسلق الجبال

🇨🇿 horolezec

🇸🇰 horolezec

🇨🇳 登山者

🇸🇮 gornik

🇮🇸 fjallgöngumaður

🇰🇿 тау балу

🇬🇪 მთამსვლელი

🇦🇿 dağçı

🇲🇽 montañista

Word origin

The term 'mountaineer' originated in the 18th century, derived from the word 'mountain' with the suffix '-eer' indicating a person engaged in a particular activity. Mountaineering as a recreational activity gained popularity in the 19th century with the exploration of the Alps and other mountain ranges. Today, mountaineering is a popular sport and adventure pursuit enjoyed by enthusiasts worldwide.

See also: mountaineering.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,401, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.