noun (specifically used in mountaineering and rock climbing) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:He ascended the ladder to fix the broken sign.

Definition:To move up or climb; go up in height, elevation, or rank.

From ascend

Example:She wrapped the rope around the tree for security.

Definition:A long cord made of fiber, which can be used for climbing, securing, or binding.

From rope

Example:He used a Jumar as an ascender to scale the sheer cliff.

Definition:A mechanical device used by rock climbers to help them ascend steep rock faces by attaching to a fixed rope.

From ascender