alpinisms
|al-pi-nisms|
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/ˈæl.pɪˌnɪzəmz/
(alpinism)
mountain climbing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alpinism' originates from French, specifically the word 'alpinisme,' where 'alpin' referred to the Alps.
Historical Evolution
'alpinisme' transformed into the English word 'alpinism' and eventually became the modern English word 'alpinisms' as a plural form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the activity of climbing in the Alps,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mountain climbing in general.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the sport or activity of climbing mountains, especially in the Alps.
Alpinisms require a high level of physical fitness and technical skill.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/03 18:06