noun
- a metal ring or clip with a spring-loaded gate, used to quickly attach and detach ropes, harnesses, or other equipment in climbing, rappelling, and safety applications
Usage: common in climbing, mountaineering, and rescue operations
Examples
- The climber clipped the rope into the carabiner before ascending the wall.
- She checked that all her carabiners were properly locked before starting the rappel.
- The rescue team used carabiners to secure the equipment to their harnesses.
- A carabiner makes it easy to quickly attach or detach a safety line.
- He carried several carabiners on his climbing belt for different anchor points.