bouldering

noun

boul·​der·​ing ˈbōl-d(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce bouldering (audio)
: the sport of rock climbing on large boulders or low cliffs
boulder intransitive verb
boulderer noun

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The hotel also has bikes for guests to use and is planning to implement some rock climbing and bouldering areas as well. Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026 The reserve also features opportunities for recreational activities such as rock climbing, bouldering, mountain biking, hiking, camping, and fishing. Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 11 Mar. 2026 The 24,000-square-foot Sender One will offer rope climbing, bouldering, yoga, and fitness, plus Sender City, a climbing zone just for kids. Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026 And, of course, the park also offers world-class rock climbing and bouldering. Kristine Thomason, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bouldering

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First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bouldering was in 1920

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“Bouldering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bouldering. Accessed 22 May. 2026.

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