alpinist
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈælpɪnɪst/
Definition
A person who climbs mountains, especially one who specializes in high-altitude, technical climbing in the Alps or similar ranges.
Examples
The seasoned alpinist spent months training for the grueling ascent of the North Face.
Many professional alpinists choose to climb without supplemental oxygen to test their physical limits.
She became a renowned alpinist after successfully navigating the treacherous ridges of the Himalayas.
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