noun
- Plural of crampoon; metal frameworks with spikes or points worn on boots to improve traction on ice or snow.
Usage: Also called crampons; commonly used in mountaineering and ice climbing.
Examples
- The mountaineer strapped crampoons to her boots before ascending the icy slope.
- Crampoons are essential equipment for winter climbing expeditions.
- He adjusted his crampoons to ensure they were secure before stepping onto the glacier.
- The sharp points on the crampoons bit into the frozen surface with each step.