abseil
verb
/ˈæb.saɪl/
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/ˈæb.seɪl/
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/ˈɑbˌzaɪl/
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/ˈɑpˌzaɪ.l̩/
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/ˈɑpˌzaɪl/
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- (intransitive) To descend a steep or vertical drop using a rope with a mechanical friction device or (classic abseil) by wrapping the rope around the body; to rappel. [First attested in the mid 20th century.]
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abseilen
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abseil
noun
/ˈæb.saɪl/
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/ˈæb.seɪl/
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/ˈɑbˌzaɪl/
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/ˈɑpˌzaɪ.l̩/
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/ˈɑpˌzaɪl/
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- A descent in mountaineering using a rope looped at the top and a friction device. [First attested in the mid 20th century.]
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