Meaning & use
Biner
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A metal loop with a spring-loaded gate used to quickly connect components, especially in climbing (short for 'carabiner').
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She clipped the rope to her harness with a locking biner.
Check every biner on your rack before starting the climb.
A note on using this word
A climbing-community shortening of 'carabiner,' itself derived from the German 'Karabinerhaken,' or spring hook.
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carabinerclip
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