abseil

English

/ˈæb.seɪl/, /ˈɑpˌzaɪl/

verb
Definitions
  • (intransitive) 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.

Etymology

Borrowed from German abseilen.

Origin

German (Berlin)

abseilen

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