"karabiner" meaning in English

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          "ref": "1996, J. R. Blackford, “Materials in mountaineering equipment: A look at how processing and heat treatment influences the structure and properties of aluminium alloy karabiners”, in Steve Haake, editor, The Engineering of Sport, page 161:",
          "text": "Karabiners are clip fasteners which are used extensively in rock climbing and mountaineering.[…]A karabiner’s primary task is to link the rope to protection, but they are also used to clip in to belays, to hold equipment and for abseiling.",
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          "ref": "2005, Tony Lourens, Guide to Climbing, page 50:",
          "text": "However, looking after your gear can add years of use to rope and karabiner alike.[…]Karabiners can last 10 years or longer if they are looked after.",
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