belay

• Substantiv, das einen sicheren Fixpunkt oder Anker beim Klettern bezeichnet, an dem das Seil zur Sicherung befestigt wird, oder die Handlung, ein Seil um einen Gegenstand zu legen und zu sichern.

A noun referring to a secure point or anchor used in climbing to which a rope is attached for safety, or the act of securing a rope around an object.

1. Climbing anchor pointB2formal

   A secure point or object, such as a rock or piton, around which a climber's rope is wrapped to hold it in place.

   Sicherungspunkt

   • The climber found a solid belay on the cliff face.
   • He set up a belay using two carabiners and a sling.
   • A good belay is essential for safe climbing.

   Synonymeanchorprotection

2. Securing a ropeB2formal

   The act of winding a rope around a fixed object or a person to hold it firmly.

   Sicherung (eines Seils)

   • She gave the rope a quick belay around the tree trunk.
   • The instructor taught them how to belay properly.
   • A secure belay prevents the rope from slipping.

   Synonymeanchorfasteninghitchtie

3. Nautical fasteningC1formal

   A method of securing a boat's rope to a bitt, pin, or cleat on a dock or ship.

   Festmachen

   • The sailor made a belay around the dock cleat.
   • He used a belay to tie the boat to the pier.
   • A proper belay keeps the vessel steady in the harbor.

   Synonymefasteninghitch

• Verb, das im Klettern das Sichern des Seils an einem Fixpunkt bezeichnet oder in der Seefahrt den Widerruf eines Befehls.

A verb used in climbing to indicate the act of securing a rope to a fixed point to protect a climber, or in nautical contexts to mean to stop or cancel an order.

1. Secure a climbing ropeB2formalsport

   To fix a rope around a rock, spike, or other anchor point to secure a climber.

   Sichern

   • The climber belayed the rope around a sturdy rock.
   • He taught her how to belay properly before the ascent.
   • Always check your anchor before you belay your partner.

   Synonymeanchorfastenfixsecure

2. Wrap a rope for securityB2formalsport

   To turn a rope around an object or person to hold it or them firmly in place.

   Ein Seil sichern

   • The sailor belayed the rope around the cleat.
   • She belayed the line to keep the boat steady.
   • He belayed the rope around his waist for extra support.

   Synonymeanchorfastensecuretie

3. Fasten a boatB2formalsport

   To secure a boat by winding a rope around a bitt, pin, or cleat.

   Ein Boot festmachen

   • The captain ordered the crew to belay the boat to the dock.
   • He belayed the vessel firmly to the mooring post.
   • Make sure to belay the boat before leaving the harbor.

   Synonymefastenmoorsecuretie up