climbing
Translation
climbing, rock climbing
Examples
He enjoys climbing in his free time.
He enjoys climbing in his free time.
Indoor climbing is a popular sport.
Indoor climbing is a popular sport.
Grammar Patterns
((as a sport/activity)) the sport of climbing mountains or rocks. He enjoys climbing in his free time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mountaineering, rock climbing
Etymology
From the verb 'to climb' plus the '-ing' suffix, which forms a noun (a gerund) indicating an activity.
Memory Tips
Picture someone literally climbing up a mountain or a wall to remember it as a sport.