mallory

/mæˈloʊri/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a feminine given name, variant of Mallorie, Mallory, Mallorye, or Mallorye (of French origin, derived from Old French ‘maul’ meaning bad or evil and ‘lie’ meaning loyalty).

“Mallory is a beautiful name for a little girl.”

2. noun

a person who is skilled at navigating or climbing rock faces, especially a rock climber.

“Mallory was an expert in rock climbing and scaling mountain peaks.”

Synonyms

  • Mallorie
  • Mallorye
  • climber

Antonyms

  • beginner
  • non-climber