skater

noun

skat·​er ˈskā-tər How to pronounce skater (audio)
1
: one that skates
2

Examples of skater in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
In Charlotte, skaters today can practice their ollies, kickflips and other moves at Renaissance Park Skate Park. Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025 Swayman was pulled for an extra skater with just under three minutes to go and Necas finished it off with an empty-netter. Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025 Pierce turned to ice skaters and choreographers Katherine Hill and Ben Agosto, who brought their skills to the table, adding authenticity to the animation. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025 This Sunday was supposed to be the first Gilroy Open Streets, an event similar to Viva CalleSJ in San Jose when a few miles of streets are closed to motor vehicles and open for bicycles, runners, skaters and strollers. Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for skater

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of skater was in 1700

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Skater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skater. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on skater

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!