crampon
/ˈkɹæmpɑn/
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Simple Meaning
a metal tool with spikes that you put on your shoes to walk on ice or snow.
When to Use
✈️Travel English⚙️Technical
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
“Don't forget to pack your crampons for the mountain hike.”
“I slipped because I wasn't wearing my crampons.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
An attachment to a shoe or boot that provides traction by means of spikes. Used for climbing or walking on slippery surfaces, especially ice.
Related Words
Synonyms:
spikesice cleats
Word Family:
cramponscramponed