caving

noun

cav·​ing ˈkā-viŋ How to pronounce caving (audio)
: the sport of exploring caves : spelunking

Examples of caving in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The long winter season (late October to March) offers its own unique experiences, such as ice caving and the potential for northern lights, but prepare for shorter days and colder, more uncertain weather. David Nikel, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Learn to quahog, hang glide, experience salt caving, walk on the beach or in the forest, read a book, ride a bike — try something new each time. Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2024 The Scenic Drives of Pisgah National Forest Today, Pisgah National Forest is a destination for outdoor recreation, including cycling, climbing, caving, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, and camping. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023 McCarthy's mere four-vote majority in the House leaves him with little room for defections within his conference, as evidenced by his caving to demands from hard-line conservatives that appropriators write their 12 bills at fiscal 2022 spending levels, below the numbers in the debt limit deal. Emily Jacobs, Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2023 Dickey said caving shows how well the international community can work together. Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2023 Adventure seekers may take advantage of fishing, hiking, caving, and whitewater rafting in the surrounding wilderness, but for those in need of some R&R in a tranquil setting, the oversized netted hammock is ideal for napping. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2023 BrainStorm’s digs claim sweet Wasatch Range views and quick access to climbing, biking, caving, water playgrounds like Utah Lake and Bridal Veil Falls, and Salt Lake–area ski resorts. Nick Davidson, Outside Online, 1 Oct. 2014 Her favorites include rafting, kayaking, biking, caving, diving and rock climbing. Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of caving was in 1932

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“Caving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caving. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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caving

noun
cav·​ing ˈkā-viŋ How to pronounce caving (audio)
: the sport of exploring caves : spelunking

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