Hiking And Trail Terms

noun a descent or downward movement, typically using one's hands and feet to move carefully down from a height

verb to move or descend downward, typically using one's hands and feet to carefully navigate a height

adverb in a manner that involves descending or moving downward carefully, often from a height

• The hiker carefully climbed down the steep mountain slope.
• I had to climb down from the tree after getting stuck up there for hours.
• I had to climb down the ladder to get to the ground.
• It was difficult for him to climb down from his position of power and authority.