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rock climbing

a type of sport in which a person climbs rock surfaces that are very steep

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ice climbing

***the sport or activity of climbing glaciers.

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traditional climbing

a style of climbing where climbers place their own protective gear as they climb instead of relying on pre-existing bolts

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free solo climbing

a style of rock climbing where climbers ascend without the use of ropes or protective gear

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sport climbing

a form of rock climbing that relies on permanent anchors for protection rather than traditional gear placement

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deep-water soloing

a form of rock climbing where climbers ascend cliffs above water without the use of ropes, relying on the water below for protection in case of a fall

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competition climbing

a sport where athletes compete to climb artificial or natural rock structures within a specified time or without falling

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bouldering

a style of rock climbing performed on small rock formations or artificial rock walls without the use of ropes or harnesses

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lead climbing

a style of climbing where the climber ascends a route while attaching the rope to protection points along the way, placing gear for safety

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speed climbing

a competitive discipline where climbers ascend a standardized route as quickly as possible

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aid climbing

a style of rock climbing where climbers use gear to assist their ascent by pulling or standing on equipment rather than relying solely on natural holds

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mixed climbing

the practice of ascending a route using both ice tools and traditional rock climbing techniques

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indoor climbing

the act of climbing on artificial walls using ropes and harnesses for safety and training

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multi-pitch climbing

a style of climbing that involves ascending a rock face in multiple stages, with each stage requiring a separate rope length

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crux

(climbing) the most challenging or difficult part of a route or climb

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to redpoint

to successfully complete a climbing route from start to finish without falling or resting on the rope, typically after multiple attempts

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to onsight

(climbing) to successfully complete a route on the first attempt without any prior knowledge or information about the route's challenges

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to flash

(climbing) to successfully complete a route on the first attempt, typically without prior knowledge or practice

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to smear

(climbing) to use the friction of one's shoe against the rock surface to gain traction and support

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stemming

a climbing technique that involves using opposing pressure between two surfaces to ascend without relying on handholds

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edging

a climbing technique where climbers use the edges of their shoes to stand on small footholds

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gaston

a grip in climbing where the climber pulls outward with their hand turned thumb-down and palm facing inward

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heel hook

a climbing technique where the climber uses their heel on a hold to pull their body upward or secure a position

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dyno

a dynamic move where the climber jumps or leaps to grab a distant hold

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