Definitions

1. noun

A British Antarctic explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic and was a key figure in the early 20th-century exploration of the continent.

“Shackleton’s leadership in the Antarctic played a pivotal role in the history of exploration.”

2. proper noun

Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, a British explorer (1874-1922).

“The expedition led by Sir Ernest Shackleton was a remarkable feat of endurance.”

3. verb

to navigate or travel in a challenging or difficult environment, often in the same manner as Shackleton.

“The team had to shackleton through the stormy weather to reach their destination.”