abseiled
v. B2 Upper Intermediate UK //ˈæbseɪld// ab·seiled
v. to move down a steep surface, like a cliff or a tall building, using a rope and special equipment. You use this when you are climbing or working on a high place.
v. to descend a vertical or near-vertical surface using a rope and friction device. Often used in the context of rock climbing, mountaineering, or industrial rope access.
The climbers abseiled down the cliff safely.
The rescue team abseiled down the side of the building to reach the trapped hikers.
After reaching the summit, the expedition members abseiled down the ridge to the valley floor, ensuring they maintained a steady pace to avoid exhausting their oxygen supplies.