skiing

noun

ski·​ing ˈskē-iŋ How to pronounce skiing (audio)
: the art or sport of sliding and jumping on skis

Examples of skiing in a Sentence

Skiing is my favorite winter activity. We are planning to go skiing tomorrow.
Recent Examples on the Web However, in addition to the Boyne Michigan Gold Pass, which gives free skiing here, Big Sky is part of the much larger international Ikon Pass, alongside 50+ destinations including biggies such as Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Alta, Snowbird and Deer Valley. Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024 There flashed scenes of outdoor recreation, including skiing, mountain biking, hunting and golf, over the sounds of an electric guitar. Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 29 Mar. 2024 Great Bear Heli Skiing one-week packages from $18,000, including charter flight transfer from Vancouver, skis, all meals and alcohol, unlimited vertical feet of skiing, and two 60-minute massages. John Briley, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024 Travolta, who also shares 32-year-old Ella Bleu and late son Jett with late wife Kelly Preston, previously took his kids on a skiing trip to celebrate the Christmas holiday together. Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024 Not only is the skiing incredible at this high-altitude destination in the French Alps, but luxury hotels, shops, and dining abound. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2024 Some chase more adrenaline: kayaking, skiing, mountain biking. ProPublica, 16 Mar. 2024 The hood on the shell coat is adjustable and easily fits over a helmet should your kiddo be skiing or snowboarding. Maya Polton, Parents, 14 Mar. 2024 Schumacher retired from racing in 2012 and suffered a severe brain injury skiing in France the following year. Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of skiing was in 1893

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“Skiing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skiing. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

skiing

noun
ski·​ing
ˈskē-iŋ
: the art or sport of gliding and jumping on skis

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