Hangboard

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A training device for building finger strength, popular with rock climbers, consisting of holds, usually of different shapes and sizes, attached on a wall.

    "You can either buy a commercial hangboard, or make your own. Some commercial hangboards are made of a polyester resin mix, and are textured to give you a good grip."

Example

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"You can either buy a commercial hangboard, or make your own. Some commercial hangboards are made of a polyester resin mix, and are textured to give you a good grip."

Etymology

From hang + board.

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