2. Noun. a system used to descend heights with a rope ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Rappelling
1. rappel [v] - See also: rappel
Lexicographical Neighbors of Rappelling
Literary usage of Rappelling
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Costa Rica by Bruce Conord, June Conord (2006)
"... an active adventure that involves rappelling down a waterfall. ... offers raft
trips and rappelling down four waterfalls, zip lining down four canopy ..."
2. Adventure Guide Costa Rica by Bruce Conord, June Conord (2005)
"... an active adventure that involves rappelling down a waterfall. ... offers raft
trips and rappelling down four waterfalls, zip lining down four canopy ..."
3. Mexico's Gulf Coast by Joanie Sanchez (2004)
"Some of their offerings include camping, steam baths, rappelling, mountain biking,
and tirolesa (see also Tlapacoyan, page 159). ..."
4. Canada's Atlantic Provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland by Barbara Radcliffe Rogers, Stillman Rogers (2005)
"Outdoor activities range from water sports such as canoeing and kayaking, to
rappelling, and wilderness hikes to explore caves, underground lakes, ..."
5. The Virginia Handbook by Blair Howard, Mary K. Burnham, Bill Burnham (2005)
"Wintergreen is also home to the Outdoor Wilderness Leadership School, offering
experiences in mountain biking, rappelling, rock climbing and kayaking. ..."
6. Treatment Services for Adolescent Substance Abusers by Alfred S. Friedman (1998)
"... exploring caves, white water rafting, climbing and rappelling the steep cliffs
of Seneca Rocks, 3 days of camping alone, and a 10-mile marathon run. ..."
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