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abseil

The correct spelling is abseil.

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noun

IPA: /ˈæb.saɪl/

Say it like: Abs-ayl

The correct spelling is abseil. A descent in mountaineering using a rope looped at the top and a friction device.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A descent in mountaineering using a rope looped at the top and a friction device.

verb

  1. 1.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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