mountaineer Meaning & Definition
What Does Mountaineer Mean?
As a noun, mountaineer means A person who lives in a mountainous area (often with the connotation that such people are outlaws or uncivilized). It is also used to mean A person who climbs mountains for sport or pleasure. As a verb, it means To climb mountains; to climb using the techniques of a mountaineer.
Mountaineer at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌmaʊn.tɪnˈɪə̯(ɹ)/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | mountain climber |
| Plural | mountaineers |
| Verb forms | mountaineers, mountaineering, mountaineered |
Mountaineer Definition (Noun)
- A person who lives in a mountainous area (often with the connotation that such people are outlaws or uncivilized).
- A person who climbs mountains for sport or pleasure.
- An animal or plant that is native to a mountainous area.
- A bird of the genus Oreonympha.
Mountaineer as a Verb
- To climb mountains; to climb using the techniques of a mountaineer.
- To climb as if on a mountain.
Synonyms of Mountaineer
Mountaineer synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
mountaineer (plural mountaineers)
mountaineer (third-person singular simple present mountaineers, present participle mountaineering, simple past and past participle mountaineered)
Words That Rhyme With Mountaineer
Origin of Mountaineer
From mountain + -eer.
Pronouncing Mountaineer
You say mountaineer as /ˌmaʊn.tɪnˈɪə̯(ɹ)/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (ɪə̯(ɹ)).
Frequently Asked Questions About Mountaineer
Is mountaineer a noun or a verb?
Mountaineer is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for mountaineer?
Close synonyms of mountaineer are mountain climber. See the full list of mountaineer synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of mountaineer?
The plural of mountaineer is mountaineers.
What is the past tense of mountaineer?
The past tense of mountaineer is mountaineered. The present participle is mountaineering.