Meaning & use

Caver

noun·Everyday

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A person who explores caves as a hobby or sport.

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The experienced caver guided the group through the narrow underground passages.

Cavers often use ropes and headlamps to navigate deep cave systems.

A note on using this word

The sport itself is called caving or, especially in American English, spelunking.

Words with a similar meaning

spelunkerpotholer

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