tubing

noun

tub·​ing ˈtü-biŋ 

ˈtyü-

1

: material in the form of a tube

also : a length or piece of tube

2

: a series or system of tubes

3

: the sport or activity of riding an inner tube (as down a river or snowy slope)

Examples of tubing in a Sentence

The fluids travel through flexible plastic tubing.

We go tubing on the river every summer.

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to tubing and hikes, winter outdoor activities include ​​cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on groomed trails, ice skating in the open-air pavilion, and dozens of indoor activities—from lectures and tours to seasonal activities like gingerbread house making, caroling, and more. —Katie Mathews, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026

That includes fishing, tubing, white-water canoeing or kayaking. —Max Rego, The Hill, 16 Feb. 2026

In addition to endless sunshine, Yuma offers a variety of activities for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and leisure travelers, according to the local tourism department, from kayaking to tubing, hiking, birding, golf, and more. —Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026

Pine Mountain Ski & Golf Resort offers trails for skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, tubing, ski jumping and more. —Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 11 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

tubing

noun

tub·​ing ˈt(y)ü-biŋ 

1

: material in the form of a tube

2

: a series or system of tubes

3

: the sport or activity of riding an inner tube (as down a river or snowy slope)