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après-ski

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\ ˌä-ˌprā-ˈskē How to pronounce après-ski (audio) , ˌa- \

Definition of après-ski

: social activity (as at a ski lodge) after a day's skiing

First Known Use of après-ski

1951, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for après-ski

French après after + ski ski, skiing

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“Après-ski.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/apr%C3%A8s-ski. Accessed 28 Feb. 2020.

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après-ski

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English Language Learners Definition of après-ski

: social activities after a day of skiing

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