snow plunging
(verb)
snow plunging (verb) — The technique of forcefully driving a foot into deep, soft snow to create a stable step, often used while hiking or mountaineering.
The technique of forcefully driving a foot into deep, soft snow to create a stable step, often used while hiking or mountaineering.
Example
Snow plunging helped them climb the steep slope without slipping.
Synonyms
post-holing
plunge stepping
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is snow plunging?
The technique of forcefully driving a foot into deep, soft snow to create a stable step, often used while hiking or mountaineering.
How do you use "snow plunging" in a sentence?
Snow plunging helped them climb the steep slope without slipping.
What is another word for snow plunging?
Common synonyms for snow plunging include post-holing and plunge stepping.
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