Meaning of the word ascender in English
What does ascender mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ascender
US /əˈsen.dɚ/
UK /əˈsen.dər/
Noun
1.
the part of a lowercase letter that extends above the mean line of a font
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Letters like 'b', 'd', 'f', 'h', 'k', 'l', and 't' all have an ascender.
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The design of the font emphasized the elegant curves of each ascender.
2.
a device used in climbing to ascend a rope
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The climber attached the ascender to the rope to help him move upwards.
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Using an ascender makes climbing a fixed rope much more efficient.
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