noun
- a person who climbs or goes up
- the part of a lowercase letter that extends above the main body of the letter
Usage: typography
Examples
- The experienced ascender reached the summit before noon.
- Mountain ascenders need proper equipment and training.
- The letters b, d, f, h, k, l, and t have ascenders.
- In typography, ascenders help determine line spacing.
- The font’s ascenders were unusually tall and elegant.
- Rock ascenders use ropes and harnesses for safety.