: a usually D-shaped or oblong metal ring with one spring-hinged side that is used especially in mountain climbing as a connector and to hold a freely running rope
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Examples of carabiner in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebDesign and Portability: Consider features like handles, carabiners, or compact designs for easy carrying.—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 30 May 2024 Multi-pocket Cargo High-rise Hiking Shorts 5-inches $98 $39 If your style of hiking calls for cargo pockets and/or a loop for your carabiner, consider this water-resistant pair, which debuted in Lululemon’s first hiking collection.—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2024 The case even has a sleeve and carabiner to attach it to your luggage.—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2024 Paracord and carabiners are great for hanging nearly anything up and out of the way for easy access.—Craig Caudill, Field & Stream, 1 May 2024 Lastly, a handy carabiner is included to keep everything together.—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024 Aaron hopes that her carabiners will help revive old jewelry.—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2024 This bag features the Rains signature carabiner closure and magnet snap fastening.—L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024 Beyond its obviously striking design, the carabiner is made even more hip by the way Cartier suggests wearing it: attached to your belt loop.—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
German Karabiner, short for Karabinerhaken, literally, carabineer's hook
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