belay
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/bɪˈleɪ/
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/ˈbiːleɪ/
to secure a rope to a fixed object like a rock to ensure safety during climbing
Before climbing the steep rock, the instructor made sure to belay me for safety.
在攀爬陡峭的岩石之前,教练确保为我系上安全绳以确保安全。
to countermand or cancel an order or command
The captain decided to belay the march due to bad weather.
由于天气恶劣,队长决定暂停行军。
the act of securing a rope to a fixed object, typically in climbing
A secure belay is critical for any climbing expedition.
一个安全的支点对于任何攀岩探险来说都是至关重要的。