alpinism

or Al·pin·ism

[ al-puh-niz-uhm ]

noun

1. mountain climbing, especially in the Alps.

Word History and Origins

Origin of alpinism¹

From the French word alpinisme, dating back to 1880–85. See alpine, -ism

Example Sentences

Leclerc pushed the cutting edge of alpinism by soloing increasingly ambitious alpine lines with only an ice ax and a pack, both captivating and terrifying the climbing world.

From Outside Online

It’s alpine climbers driving the direction of alpinism—not editors, marketing managers, or film directors.

From Outside Online

In alpinism, you don’t really get recognition from what you achieve.

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Related Words

• mountaineering
• rock climbing