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: one that skates
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Examples of skater in a Sentence

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In 2015, Palace set up shop on Soho’s Brewer street, which thrived — not dissimilar to the likes of Supreme, Gimme 5, and the Hideout — on its cult appeal, staffed by skaters and DJs who naturally communicated the brand’s messaging. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026 Beyond the jersey, skaters will have new pants, gloves and dark blue helmets with decals that have the new color scheme. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 Nov. 2026 Imagine 20 figure skaters jumping simultaneously, loud pop music playing almost constantly, and coaches shouting across the ice rink. — Will Tizard, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026 General entry is $15 for adults, $8 for skaters 6 years of age and younger. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for skater

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of skater was in 1700

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“Skater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skater. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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