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caving

caving

4.3
Describing equipment or practices used for exploring caves
  • adjective
  • /ˈkeɪvɪŋ/
translation icon : espeleológico
  • Special caving boots are designed to provide grip on slippery rocks.

Examples

  • The team checked their caving equipment before entering the underground tunnels.

  • She bought a new caving suit to protect herself during the expedition.

  • The caving gear is essential for safety.

  • She bought new caving equipment last week.

  • She bought a new caving suit to protect herself during the expedition.

  • The team checked their caving equipment before entering the underground tunnels.

  • Special caving boots are designed to provide grip on slippery rocks.

Synonyms

speleological
vscaving
  • Specialized
1 9.8

Relating to the study and exploration of caves

focuses on practical equipment and techniques for exploring underground formations

Surface Forms

caving positive

Morphology

caving = cave (transparent) = cave + ing

This is a regular -ing form used for the adjective, and the relation to caves and caving is straightforward.

Etymology

Caving as an adjective comes from cave ('hollow') and the same root as cavity ('a hole'). So caving equipment means gear made for use inside caves and other hollow underground spaces.