Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
belay
verb
/bɪˈleɪ/
Definition
To secure a rope by tying it off to prevent slipping or to support someone during climbing.
Examples
- The climber shouted for the belayer to hold the rope tight.
- During the hike, make sure to belay your partner safely at the cliff’s edge.
- The instructor demonstrated how to belay properly before we started climbing.
Meaning
In climbing and mountaineering, belaying involves managing the rope to protect a climber from falling.
Synonyms
- secure
- fasten
- tie off
- anchor
