figure 4

Noun

Meaning

(climbing) A technical climbing technique used in ice climbing to gain a respite and lessen slack and distance from the undersurface/ceiling which one is climbing underneath, which appears like a number "4" in shape, with one arm anchoring the climber to the surface while hanging upside-down, and one leg wrapped around that arm, forming a figurative "4" in shape.

(combat sports) Alternative form of figure four

Examples

In 2015, imports began rising, and the country’s natural gas demand rose to 2.1 Tcf in 2019 (Figure 4). Source: Internet

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