Meaning of the word abseil in English
What does abseil mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
abseil
US /ˈæb.seɪl/
UK /ˈæb.seɪl/
Verb
to go down a very steep slope by holding on to a rope that is fastened to the top of the slope:
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She abseiled down the rock face.
Noun
the act of going down a very steep slope by holding on to a rope that is fastened to the top of the slope:
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He's doing a sponsored abseil down the church tower.