1. a metal plate or framework with spikes or points, worn on the sole of a shoe or boot to improve traction on ice or snow
Usage: chiefly Scottish and Northern English; often used in plural form 'crampits'

Examples

• He strapped crampits to his boots before climbing the icy mountain path.
• The climber's crampits bit into the frozen surface with each step.
• In winter, many hikers wear crampits to prevent slipping on snow and ice.
• The old crampits were made of iron and leather straps.