Altitudinarian

/ˌæltɪˌtuːdɪˈneəriən/ noun, adjective

Definition

A person who studies or specializes in altitude and its effects; or relating to high altitudes and their characteristics.

Etymology

From 'altitude' plus the agent suffix '-arian' (one who practices or specializes in something). A rare English term created to describe altitude specialists or enthusiasts.

Kelly Says

This wonderfully obscure word would describe mountaineers, high-altitude physiologists, and anyone obsessed with how the human body adapts to thin air—essentially, altitude nerds.

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