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abseil

/ˈæb.saɪl/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A descent in mountaineering using a rope looped at the top and a friction device.
  2. To descend a steep or vertical drop using a rope with a mechanical friction device or (classic abseil) by wrapping the rope around the body; to rappel.

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