Definition of Spelunker

1. Noun. A person who explores caves.


Definition of Spelunker

1. Noun. One who explores caves; one who spelunks. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Spelunker

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Spelunker

spelloffs
spellos
spells
spellwork
spelt
spelter
spelters
speltmeal
spelts
speltz
speltzes
spelunc
speluncar
spelunk
spelunked
spelunker (current term)
spelunkers
spelunking
spelunkings
spelunks
spence
spencerite
spencers
spences
spend-all
spend a penny
spend time
spendable
spendaholic

Literary usage of Spelunker

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Adventure Guide to Jamaica by Paris Permenter, John Bigley (2005)
"One of the top experts on the subject of Jamaica's caves is spelunker Alan G. Fincham, author of Jamaica Underground, published by the University of the ..."

2. Canada's Atlantic Provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland by Barbara Radcliffe Rogers, Stillman Rogers (2005)
"It's not a place to go poking about alone, but if you are a serious spelunker, Joe Dicks at Marble Mountain Cabins in Steady Brook, •a 709/634-2237, ..."

3. Adventure Guide to Guatemala by Shelagh McNally (2003)
"Don't go too far in unless you are an experienced spelunker - these caves haven't been fully explored. About six miles (10 km) southeast of ..."

4. Guatemala by Shelagh McNally (2006)
"Don't go too far in unless you are an experienced spelunker- these caves haven't been fully explored. ..."

5. Adventure Guide to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands by Peter Krahenbul (2003)
"Don't expect to come out clean, and, unless you are an experienced spelunker, hire a local guide. If you really want to get into the thick of it, ..."

6. Daily Summer Activities, Moving from Fourth to Fifth Grade by Jill Norris (2000)
"The spelunker peered up the crevice in the dim light. 4. He knew it would be difficult to traverse the slick walls of the cave, but he needed to get to the ..."

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