alpinist

[ˈælpɪnɪst]

alpinist Definition

a person who climbs mountains, especially in the Alps.

Using alpinist: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "alpinist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is an experienced alpinist who has climbed many of the world's highest peaks.

  • Example

    The group of alpinists set out early in the morning to begin their ascent.

  • Example

    She became interested in mountaineering after reading about famous alpinists like Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.

alpinist Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for alpinist

Phrases with alpinist

  • someone who is working towards becoming a skilled mountain climber

    Example

    He started as an aspiring alpinist, practicing on smaller mountains before attempting more challenging peaks.

  • someone who earns a living by climbing mountains, often as a guide or instructor

    Example

    He works as a professional alpinist, leading groups of climbers on expeditions around the world.

  • female alpinist

    a woman who climbs mountains, especially in the Alps

    Example

    She is a talented female alpinist who has set several records for speed climbing.

Origins of alpinist

from French 'alpiniste', from 'Alpes', the mountain range in Europe

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Summary: alpinist in Brief

An 'alpinist' [ˈælpɪnɪst] is a person who climbs mountains, especially in the Alps. It is synonymous with 'mountaineer' and 'climber.' Phrases like 'aspiring alpinist' and 'professional alpinist' denote someone who is working towards becoming a skilled mountain climber or earns a living by climbing mountains. 'Female alpinist' refers to a woman who climbs mountains, especially in the Alps.