Definition of "pitons" []

• Plural form of piton. (noun)

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• ""We managed to apply the red dot even to some climbs where pitons had previously been considered essential," Mr. Albert once said."
• "A tall and sinewy freestyle climber, Mr. Albert ascended some of the world's craggiest mountain faces without the aid of ropes, pitons or anchors."
• "Climbing gear was rudimentary — some pitons were hammered out of stove legs."