Glossary of Climbing Terms

Névé: Permanent granular ice formed by repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
No-hand rest: An entirely leg-supported resting position during climbing that does not require hands on the rock.
Nub: A little hold that only a few fingers can grip, or the tips of the toes.
Nunatak: A mountain or rock that protrudes through an ice field.
Nut: A metal wedge attached to a wire loop that is inserted into cracks for protection. See hexcentric.
Nut Key: See Cleaning Tool.