Associations to the word «Sherpa»
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Wiktionary
SHERPA, proper noun. A Himalayan ethnic group living in Nepal and Tibet.
SHERPA, proper noun. The Southern Tibetan language of this group.
SHERPA, noun. A male of the Sherpa people employed as a mountain guide or porter.
SHERPA, noun. An expert sent by a country’s leader to a summit meeting.
SHERPA, noun. (slang) a mountain climbing porter
SHERPA, noun. A synthetic fabric with a long, thick pile, similar to faux fur, imitation lamb wool, or fleece.
SHERPA, verb. (rare) To serve as a guide or porter for another.
Dictionary definition
SHERPA, noun. A member of the Himalayan people living in Nepal and Tibet who are famous for their skill as mountaineers.
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