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crampon Synonyms
Another word for crampon
Choosing another word for crampon depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A metal plate with sharp spikes attached to the sole of a boot to provide traction on ice and snow, commonly used in mountaineering and ice climbing.
Usage Example
"Before ascending the frozen waterfall, the climbers carefully strapped crampons to their boots."
Weak
cleat
spike
• verb (Context 2)
To climb or walk on ice or snow using boots equipped with spiked metal plates.
Usage Example
"We spent the entire afternoon cramponing up the steep, icy slope toward the summit."
Weak
climb
• noun (Context 3)
A grappling iron or similar hooked device used for lifting heavy objects such as stones or timber.
Usage Example
"The medieval stonemason used a large iron grapple attached to a winch to hoist the heavy granite blocks into place."
Strong
grapple
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Crampon. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/crampon