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skating

noun

skat·​ing ˈskā-tiŋ How to pronounce skating (audio)
: the act, art, or sport of gliding on skates

Examples of skating in a Sentence

No skating is allowed in the parking lot. We used to go skating on the pond every winter.
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Highlights include an outdoor ice skating rink, crackling fire pits, and the lively Mistletoe Market, complete with handmade goods, vintage finds, and local treats. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2025 With easy-access opportunities for tubing, ice skating, fat biking, sleigh rides, and dogsledding, Park City is overflowing with adventures that connect you to the winter wonderland. Outside, 25 Nov. 2025 There will be snow sledding, a Santa’s Village, entertainment and ice skating. Heather McRea, Oc Register, 24 Nov. 2025 Enjoy ice skating on the Royal Fountain, live shows and entertainment, the WinterFest Wonderland Parade, fun activities, holiday shopping and seasonal treats. Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for skating

Word History

First Known Use

1723, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of skating was in 1723

Cite this Entry

“Skating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skating. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

skating

noun
skat·​ing
ˈskāt-iŋ
: the act, art, or sport of gliding on skates

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