Canyoning

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈkæniənɪŋ/

Definitions of canyoning

noun an adventurous activity that involves traveling down canyons using a variety of techniques such as walking, climbing, jumping, swimming, and rappelling

Example Sentences

A1 Canyoning involves exploring canyons by walking, climbing, jumping, and swimming.

A2 During canyoning, participants wear wetsuits and helmets for safety.

B1 Canyoning tours are popular in many mountainous regions around the world.

B2 Experienced canyoning guides provide instruction on rappelling techniques.

C1 The adrenaline rush from canyoning in remote locations is unmatched.

C2 Professional canyoning expeditions require specialized equipment and training.

Examples of canyoning in a Sentence

formal Canyoning is a popular outdoor activity that involves exploring canyons by hiking, climbing, rappelling, and swimming.

informal I'm thinking of trying canyoning next weekend with some friends - it looks like a lot of fun!

slang Canyoning is like nature's own obstacle course, with all the climbing and jumping you have to do.

figurative Navigating through the challenges of life can sometimes feel like canyoning - you have to be prepared for the unexpected twists and turns.

Grammatical Forms of canyoning

past tense

canyoned

plural

canyonings

comparative

more canyoning

superlative

most canyoning

present tense

canyons

future tense

will canyon

perfect tense

have canyoned

continuous tense

is canyoning

singular

canyoning

positive degree

canyoning

infinitive

to canyon

gerund

canyoning

participle

canyoning

Origin and Evolution of canyoning

First Known Use: 1970 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'canyoning' originated from the combination of 'canyon' and the suffix '-ing' to denote the activity of exploring canyons.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the activity of exploring canyons on foot, 'canyoning' has evolved to encompass a variety of activities such as rappelling, swimming, and climbing within canyons.