climb
Translation
to climb, to ascend, to rise
Examples
We climbed the mountain yesterday.
We climbed the mountain yesterday.
The plane climbed to 30,000 feet.
The plane climbed to 30,000 feet.
Prices have climbed sharply this year.
Prices have climbed sharply this year.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to climb (sth.) We climbed the highest mountain.
((up/down sth.)) to climb up/down (sth.) He climbed up the ladder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ascend, mount, scale; Antonyms: descend, fall
Etymology
From Old English 'climban', related to 'clam' (to stick or glue), suggesting clinging while going up.
Memory Tips
Imagine using your 'limbs' (arms and legs) to 'climb' up a tree or a mountain.