Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Climbing Iron.
Climbing Iron - as a noun
An iron spike attached to the shoe to prevent slipping on ice when walking or climbing
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
climber13crampon13crampoon14A spiked steel frame strapped to the boot to help in climbing trees, or poles.
Example Sentences
"He strapped on his climbing iron and began ascending the steep rock face."
"The mountaineer carefully hammered his climbing irons into the icy cliff."
"She slipped on her climbing iron and gripped the rope tightly."
"The experienced climber relied on his climbing iron to scale the rugged mountain."
"The hiker's climbing irons helped him maintain a secure footing on the treacherous slope."