Mountaineering Vocabulary

noun a device used to secure a rope in rock climbing or sailing

verb to secure a rope to a fixed point to protect a climber

• The climber used a belay device to ensure safety while ascending the steep rock face.
• Make sure to belay me when I start climbing so I don't fall!
• I'll belay you, bro, don't worry about it.
• The safety measures acted as a belay, preventing any potential risks from escalating.

adjective having a pale or sickly complexion; looking unwell

• The doctor noted that the patient looked peaky and advised rest.
• You're looking a bit peaky today, maybe you should take it easy.
• She's been feeling peaky all week, must be coming down with something.
• His performance at work was peaky this month, he needs to step it up.

noun a long, arduous journey, especially one made on foot

verb to make a long, arduous journey

• The group embarked on a long trek through the mountains.
• We're going on a trek to the waterfall tomorrow.
• Let's go on a trek to that new coffee shop down the street.
• Starting a new business is a challenging trek filled with obstacles.

noun a steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge

• The artist carefully placed the ubac of the painting to ensure balance and harmony.
• Make sure you put the ubac in the right spot before hanging up the picture.
• I can never get the ubac right when decorating my room.
• Finding the ubac in life can lead to a sense of peace and fulfillment.