noun
- plural of abseiler; people who descend a vertical surface (such as a cliff or building) using a rope and safety equipment
Usage: chiefly British English; also called rappellers in American English
Examples
- The abseilers carefully descended the rock face using their harnesses and ropes.
- A team of experienced abseilers was hired to inspect the exterior of the skyscraper.
- The abseilers trained for months before attempting the challenging cliff descent.
- Professional abseilers use specialized equipment to ensure their safety during vertical descents.