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- climb-down/ˈklaɪm daʊn/An act of admitting that one was wrong or of backing down from a previously held position or demand.nounverbC1
- climbdown/ˈklaɪmdaʊn/An act of retracting or withdrawing from a position, opinion, or demand that one has previously strongly held or stated publicly; a humiliating retreat.nounC2
- climber/ˈklaɪmə/A person or thing that ascends or scales upward.nounB2
- climbing fern/ˈklaɪmɪŋ fɜːn/A type of fern that grows in a climbing or trailing manner, unlike most ferns that grow in a more upright, compact form.nounRare
- climbing fish/ˈklaɪ.mɪŋ fɪʃ/A type of fish capable of moving out of water and ascending surfaces such as riverbanks or rocks, primarily referring to fish like the Anabas testudineus (climbing perch).nounRare
- climbing frame/ˈklaɪmɪŋ ˌfreɪm/A large, rigid, stationary outdoor or indoor structure designed for children to play on, featuring bars, ladders, platforms, and other elements to climb, swing, and hang from.nounMedium
- climbing hydrangea/ˈklaɪmɪŋ haɪˈdreɪn(d)ʒə/A woody vine of the genus Hydrangea (particularly Hydrangea petiolaris or Hydrangea anomala) that climbs structures and trees using aerial rootlets.nounLow
- climbing iron/ˈklaɪmɪŋ ˌaɪən/A metal device with sharp spikes that is strapped to boots to enable climbing on ice or walking on slippery surfaces.nounC1
- climbing irons/ˈklaɪ.mɪŋ ˌaɪənz/A pair of metal frames with spikes, strapped to boots to assist in climbing, especially on ice or steep snow.plural-nounC1
- climbing perch/ˈklaɪmɪŋ pɜːtʃ/A species of freshwater fish (Anabas testudineus) known for its ability to survive out of water and move short distances on land using its fins.nounLow (Technical/Specific)
- climbing rose/ˈklaɪmɪŋ rəʊz/A type of rose plant that produces long, flexible canes and grows upwards, typically requiring support on structures like trellises, walls, or fences.nounC1
- climbing wall/ˈklaɪ.mɪŋ ˌwɔːl/An artificial wall with protruding grips and holds, designed for the sport of rock climbing indoors.nounB1
- climbingfish/ˈklaɪmɪŋ fɪʃ/A common name for fish from the family Anabantidae (especially genus Anabas), which have an accessory breathing organ enabling them to leave water for extended periods and travel short distances over land, typically by pushing with fins and gill covers.nounVery low
- clime/klaɪm/A region considered with reference to its climate; a climate.nounC1/C2 (Low-Frequency)
- clinandrium/klʌɪˈnandrɪəm/In botany, a cavity or depression on the column of an orchid flower, containing the anthers.nounVery Low
- clinch/klɪnʧ/To settle or confirm something (e.g., a deal, argument, victory) decisively.nounverbverb-intransitive+1B2
- clincher/ˈklɪn.tʃər/Something that settles a matter conclusively; a decisive or final factor, argument, or point.nounC1
- clincher tire/ˈklɪn.tʃə ˈtaɪə/A type of bicycle or automobile tire whose edges hook under the inner rim of the wheel.nounC1
- clindamycin/ˌklɪndəˈmaɪsɪn/A prescription antibiotic drug used to treat serious bacterial infections.nounLow
- cling/klɪŋ/To hold tightly or adhere closely, especially with the arms or tendrils, often for support, comfort, or survival.nounverbverb-intransitiveB1
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