climbing iron

n. See crampon.

climb′ing i′ron

n. one of a pair of spiked iron frames, strapped to the shoe, leg, or knee, to help in climbing trees, telephone poles, etc. Also called climb′ing spur`, spur. [1855–60]

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Noun

climbing iron - an iron spike attached to the shoe to prevent slipping on ice when walking or climbingcrampon, crampoon, climberspike - sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes; "spikes provide greater traction"

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Steigeisenrampone

climbing iron

climbing iron

climb′ing i′ron

climbing iron

Synonyms for climbing iron

noun an iron spike attached to the shoe to prevent slipping on ice when walking or climbing

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