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Definition of Crampon
1. Noun. A hinged pair of curved iron bars; used to raise heavy objects.
Exact synonyms: Crampoon
Generic synonyms: Grapnel, Grapple, Grappler, Grappling Hook, Grappling Iron
Generic synonyms: Grapnel, Grapple, Grappler, Grappling Hook, Grappling Iron
2. Noun. An iron spike attached to the shoe to prevent slipping on ice when walking or climbing.
Definition of Crampon
1. n. An aërial rootlet for support in climbing, as of ivy.
Definition of Crampon
1. Noun. An attachment to a shoe or boot that provides traction by means of spikes. Used for climbing or walking on slippery surfaces, especially ice. ¹
2. Noun. (botany) An aerial rootlet for support in climbing, as of ivy. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Crampon
1. a device for raising heavy objects [n -S]