Definition of "alpinist" in Englisch

adjective

1. Of or pertaining to alpinism.

   • The group of Warsaw cavers climbed out of several caves in Poland and of Sistema Cheve using alpinist techniques.

2. (skiing) Pertaining to alpine skiing or downhill skiing.

noun

1. (sometimes capitalized) A mountain climber, especially in the European Alps or in ranges of similar ruggedness and elevation.

2. (skiing, sometimes capitalized) A downhill skier who practises the sport on high mountains.

3. (skiing) Synonym of alpine skier.