Definition

A sport where people explore canyons by walking, climbing, jumping, and swimming.

Example

Canyoning is an exciting way to experience the beauty of nature while being active.

Conversation

Have you ever tried canyoning before?

No, but it sounds really exciting!

It is! You get to explore beautiful canyons while having fun.

I should definitely give canyoning a shot someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Canyoning is derived from the word 'canyon' (from Spanish 'cañón', meaning a deep gorge) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The term refers to the activity of navigating through canyons, often involving climbing, jumping, and swimming.

Memory Tip

Think of exploring a 'canyon' — that's a deep gorge — and the '-ing' shows it's an action. So, canyoning means the action of navigating through canyons.

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