rappel

A descent of a vertical surface, as a cliff or wall, by sliding down a belayed rope that is passed under one thigh and over the opposite shoulder or through a device that provides friction, typically while facing the surface and performing a series of short backward leaps to control the descent.

To descend from a steep height by this method.

The roll or beat of the drum to call soldiers to arms.

An ancient musical instrument, still used in Egypt, consisting of a ring to which are attached small bells or metal plates, forming a sort of rattle.

The beat of the drum to call soldiers to arms.

The beat of the drum to call soldiers to arms.

Descending by means of a rope, abseiling.

to call back a hawk

to abseil

lower oneself with a rope coiled around the body from a mountainside