Pronunciation: /friː ˈsoʊ.loʊ/
noun a type of rock climbing where the climber ascends without the use of ropes or other protective equipment
A1 I watched a free solo climber on TV.
A2 She attempted a free solo climb up the mountain.
B1 Free solo climbing requires a lot of skill and courage.
B2 The documentary featured a famous free solo climber.
C1 He is known for his incredible free solo ascents.
C2 The risks of free solo climbing are well-known among the climbing community.
adjective describing the act of rock climbing without ropes or other protective equipment
A1 He went free solo climbing without any ropes.
A2 She attempted a free solo ascent of the mountain.
B1 Free solo climbing is a risky but exhilarating sport.
B2 The experienced climber decided to attempt a free solo climb.
C1 His free solo ascent of El Capitan was a remarkable achievement.
C2 The documentary captured the intense focus required for free solo climbing.
formal The climber attempted a free solo ascent of the treacherous cliff.
informal I can't believe he's going to free solo that mountain without any ropes!
slang Dude, did you see that crazy guy free soloing that rock face?
figurative Taking on this project feels like a free solo climb, with no safety net in place.
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