alpenstock

/ˌælpənˈstɑk/
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Other forms: alpenstocks

Definitions of alpenstock
  1. noun
    a stout staff with a metal point; used by mountain climbers
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    type of:
    staff
    a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose
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