1. to descend a vertical surface (such as a cliff or building) by sliding down a rope that is secured at the top
Usage: chiefly British; North American equivalent is 'rappel'

1. a descent made by abseiling; the act or technique of abseiling
Usage: chiefly British

Examples

• The climbers had to abseil down the steep rock face to reach the base camp.
• She abseiled 200 meters from the top of the building during the rescue operation.
• The team practiced their abseiling technique before attempting the dangerous descent.
• Abseiling requires proper equipment and training for safety.
• He abseiled into the canyon to retrieve the injured hiker.
• The abseil took about an hour to complete safely.