Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scale-a-mountain

verb phrase
/skeɪl ə ˈmaʊntɪn/
Definition
To climb up a mountain, often using hands and feet to navigate difficult terrain.
Examples
  • After years of training, she finally decided to scale a mountain in the Himalayas.
  • They plan to scale the mountain during their summer vacation.
  • He felt a sense of accomplishment when he managed to scale the mountain without any assistance.
Meaning
The act of ascending a mountain by climbing it, typically involving physical effort and skill.
Synonyms
  • climb
  • ascend
  • mount