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:

Example:
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:

Example:
He's doing a sponsored abseil down the church tower.