Meaning & Definition of word "Climber"

Climber

/ˈklaɪmər/

1. A person who ascends mountains or cliffs, typically as a sport or activity.
- Example: The climber reached the summit of the mountain after a grueling ascent.
2. A plant that grows upward by climbing or twining around a support.
- Example: The gardener planted a beautiful climber that will cover the trellis in summer.
3. A person who is moving upwards or advancing, especially in a career or position.
- Example: She is a rising climber in the tech industry, quickly gaining recognition for her innovative ideas.

●Middle English climberen, from Old English climberian

rope climber:

A device or person who uses ropes to climb.

tree climber:

A person skilled at climbing trees, often for recreational purposes.

social climber:

A person who seeks to gain status or influence through social connections.

ascend:

To go up or climb.

ascent:

The act of climbing or rising.

mountaineering:

The sport or activity of climbing mountains.

Meaning: A person who uses others to climb the social ladder.

● Example Sentence: She's such a climber, always trying to get in with the right crowd.

Meaning: In the context of rock climbing, someone who pushes their limits to ascend difficult routes.

● Example Sentence: He's a serious climber, always tackling the hardest problems at the gym.