Definition of "climb down" in English

Noun

1. An abandonment, withdrawal from, or softening of a previously expressed opinion, policy, argument, etc.

Verb

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see climb,‎ down.

   • It took 2 hours to climb up, but 4 to climb down as our energy grew less and less.

2. To abandon, withdraw from, or soften a previously expressed opinion, argument, etc.