climb · verb /klɑɪm/
climb (PERSON)
A2 I or T to use your legs, or your legs and hands, to go up or onto the top of something
Dictionary examples:
climb a ladder/mountain/tree
He slowly climbed the stairs.
She climbed up on a chair to change the light bulb.
Learner example:
It is better if you can wear [a] T-shirt and short pants so it is easier to climb. (Key English Test; A2; Chinese)
climb into/out of/through, etc.
B2 to move into or out of a small space, often with difficulty or effort
Dictionary examples:
The baby had managed to climb out of his crib.
They climbed into the truck and drove away.
Learner example:
I went to my car, climbed into it and wanted to drive, but nothing happened. (First Certificate in English; B2; German)
climb (MOVE HIGHER)
B2 I to go up, or to go toward the top of something
Dictionary examples:
The plane climbed quickly to a height of 30,000 feet.
As it leaves the village, the road climbs steeply up the mountain.
The sun climbed higher in the sky.
