karabiner

See also: Karabiner

English

Noun

karabiner (plural karabiners)

1. Alternative spelling of carabiner
   • 1996, J. R. Blackford, “Materials in mountaineering equipment: A look at how processing and heat treatment influences the structure and properties of aluminium alloy karabiners”, in Steve Haake, editor, The Engineering of Sport, page 161:

     Karabiners are clip fasteners which are used extensively in rock climbing and mountaineering. […] A karabiner’s primary task is to link the rope to protection, but they are also used to clip in to belays, to hold equipment and for abseiling.

   • 2005, Tony Lourens, Guide to Climbing, page 50:

     However, looking after your gear can add years of use to rope and karabiner alike. […] Karabiners can last 10 years or longer if they are looked after.