Mountaineer: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe someone who climbs mountains as a sport or hobby, often focusing on challenging climbs or expeditions.

• The experienced mountaineer led the team to the summit of Everest.
• Being a skilled mountaineer requires intensive training and physical endurance.

A more general term that covers anyone who engages in climbing, which can include rock climbing, indoor climbing, bouldering, and mountaineering.

• The young climber scaled the indoor wall with ease.
• Climbers from all over the world gathered for the annual competition.

Specifically refers to someone who climbs mountains in the Alps, but can also be used more broadly for climbers who use similar technical skills and equipment.

• The alpinist prepared for months before attempting the steep climb in the Alps.
• He earned a reputation as a fearless alpinist after completing several difficult ascents.

Describes someone who aims to climb a set list of notable peaks, often as part of a personal challenge or goal.

• As a peakbagger, she had already summited over 30 of the highest peaks in the country.
• His goal as a peakbagger is to climb the highest mountain in every continent.