Belay Belay

Belay - Definition and Overview

Related Words: Abort, Affix, Anchor, Annex, Cancel, Cement, Chain, Clamp, Clinch, Cramp, Fasten, Fix, Graft, Grapple

In climbing, belaying is the technique of controlling the rope so that a falling climber does not fall very far. This task is usually assigned to a belayer, who passes the rope through a belay device, which forces the rope through a series of tight turns that greatly increase friction. Belaying is a critical part of the climbing system.

Example Usage of Belay

aldimuhammad: lama bgt ngantri kasirnya ahelah Belay
valdostatech: Sam's Club supports Belay Academy http://bit.ly/07MzUxD
blablamonkey: something new i learned about myself today: although i am left handed, i Belay right handed.
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