Meaning Of The Word Crampon

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Crampons are metal plates with spikes underneath which mountain climbers fasten to the bottom of their boots, especially when there is snow or ice, in order to make climbing easier.

crampon in American English
either of a pair of iron hooks for raising heavy weights
noun: a spiked iron plate worn on boots or shoes for aid in climbing or to prevent slipping on ice, snow, etc.

crampon in British English
noun: one of a pair of pivoted steel levers used to lift heavy objects; grappling iron
verb: to climb using crampons

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