noun
- a metal clip with a spring-loaded gate, used to quickly attach and detach ropes or equipment in climbing, safety, and military applications
Usage: also called a carabiner (more common spelling in English); climbing and outdoor recreation term
Examples
- The climber clipped the rope into the karabiner before ascending the wall.
- Each karabiner on the harness must be locked before use.
- The rescue team used karabiners to secure the equipment to the anchor point.
- A faulty karabiner can compromise the entire safety system.
- She checked that all her karabiners were properly closed before starting the climb.