🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Kletterer

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈklɛtɐʁɐ

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Escalador/es.ka.laˈðoɾ/
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Der Kletterer erreichte den Gipfel nach stundenlangem Aufstieg."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who climbs, especially as a sport or recreational activity.

    "The escalador reached the summit after hours of challenging ascent."
  2. 2

    A device or mechanism used for climbing or ascending.

    "The escalador was equipped with the latest climbing gear for safety."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'escalador' originates from the Spanish verb 'escalar', meaning 'to climb'. It has roots in Latin 'scala', which means 'ladder', reflecting the action of climbing or ascending. The word has evolved in usage to refer to individuals who climb, particularly in the context of climbing sports or activities.

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