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What is the definition of the term 'spelunk'?
'Spelunk' is the hobby or practice of exploring caves. It can be used as a verb - 'spelunking'. One would use it in a sentence like 'He loves go spelunking'.
What is the origin of spelunking?
Spelunking, the exploration of caves, derives its name from the Latin word "spelunca," meaning cave. The term gained popularity in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly after the publication of literature and guides on cave exploration. While the practice of exploring caves dates back to prehistoric times, the organized sport of spelunking emerged as a recreational activity in the 1930s and 1940s. Today, it encompasses both casual exploration and scientific study of cave systems.
Is spelunking a sport?
Not really.
What do you call cave exploring?
Spelunking
Which hobby is referred to as spelunking?
Cave exploration. +++ Not these days. "Spelunking" was a rather pretentious but well-meant term coined in the 1930s(?) by a couple of American cavers, and used respectably enough for a while, but has since become a slang term of derision among cavers. It was never used outside of the USA, not even in the UK which tends to copy slavishly, US slang. The normal term throughout the English-speaking world is "caving", and its adherents are "cavers".
What do you call the hobby of exploring caves?
Spelunking
How do you pronounce spelunking?
spee- lunk-ing
What does spelunkers mean?
It is the present participle- like, for example Hunting or fishing- for Spelunking, derived from speleo-pertaining to caves- exploration of caves as a recreational pursuit. one who partakes in Spelunking is called a spelunker, and the term is not gender referent-unlike say, airman or fisherman. Batman take note. bats and their waste materials are among the various occupational hazards of spelunking, along with the more usual falls, orientation problems, etc.
What is speluniking?
Spelunking is the sport / hobby of CAVE EXPLORING.
What are the release dates for WTFiWWY - 2010 Eel Spelunking 2-27?
WTFiWWY - 2010 Eel Spelunking 2-27 was released on: USA: 23 September 2011
What is the name for the career that studies underwater caves?
Underwater Spelunking
What is the sport of cave exploring?
Spelunking is the sport of cave exploring.
