B1nounsportnature
US/ˈklaɪ.mər/
UK/ˈklaɪ.mə/
a person who climbs mountains or rocks as a sport
In context
Two climbers reached the top of Fansipan just before sunrise.
Experienced climbers always check the weather before they set off.
The rescue team searched all night for the missing climber.
Words that go with climber
noun + noun
- rock climberMy brother is a keen rock climber and trains three times a week.
- mountain climberThe mountain climbers set up their tents near the river.
adjective + noun
- experienced climberEven an experienced climber can get lost in thick fog.
- professional climberShe became a professional climber after winning several competitions.
- social climberPeople saw him as a social climber who only made friends with rich people.
- keen climberHe's a keen climber who spends every holiday in the mountains.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
/ˈklaɪm.bər/Correct: /ˈklaɪ.mər/