Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shinnied
verb
/ˈʃɪn.i/
Definition
To climb or move quickly up or down something by using your arms and legs.
Examples
- She shinnied up the tree to get a better view.
- He shinnied down the pole to catch the bus.
Meaning
Shinnied refers to the act of climbing or sliding, especially in a way that involves a quick and often skillful movement.
Synonyms
- Climbed
- Scaled
- Scrambled