Rappeller (Noun)
Meaning
A person who descends down a nearly vertical face by using a doubled rope that is wrapped around the body and attached to some high point.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The rappeller carefully checked her equipment before beginning her descent down the rocky cliff face.
- As a skilled mountaineer, she had become proficient as a rappeller and enjoyed the sense of control it afforded.
- The instructor offered guidance to each rappeller as they prepared to lower themselves down the training wall.
- Her nerves began to fray as she peered over the edge, but as an experienced rappeller, she trusted her gear and herself.
- With a deep breath, the rappeller leaned back and allowed the rope to take her weight, and then she slowly began her descent.