Jumar
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
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