Gaston
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Noun — In rock climbing, a move where a climber pushes sideways on a hold with the thumb pointing down and the elbow out, rather than pulling.
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Etymology
Named after French climber Gaston Rébuffat, credited with popularizing the technique.
Full origin of Gaston →Frequently asked questions
What does “Gaston” mean?
The word “Gaston” means in rock climbing, a move where a climber pushes sideways on a hold with the thumb pointing down and the elbow out, rather than pulling. In plain terms, a climbing move where you push a hold sideways instead of pulling it.
How do you pronounce “Gaston”?
“Gaston” is pronounced GAS-tuhn (/ˈɡæstən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Gaston” in a sentence?
Here is “Gaston” used in a sentence: “He set up a gaston on the small edge to keep his balance across the traverse.”
What part of speech is “Gaston”?
Depending on how it is used, “Gaston” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “Gaston” come from?
The word “Gaston” comes from French. Named after French climber Gaston Rébuffat, credited with popularizing the technique.
Is “Gaston” a common word?
“Gaston” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Gaston” have?
“Gaston” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in rock climbing, a move where a climber pushes sideways on a hold with the thumb pointing down and the elbow out, rather than pulling.
