Definition of "descender" in English

noun

1. A person or thing that descends.

2. (typography) The part of a letter or number that is drawn below the baseline (the bottom of most lowercase letters).

3. (typography, uncommon) A letter that has such a portion, such as g, j, or in some fonts Q.

4. (cycling) A cyclist who excels at fast descents.

5. (climbing) A belay device used in rock climbing, or as a fire escape.