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.
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France also organized the Virtus world Nordic and Alpine skiing last year. ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026 In backcountry huts, people gather close after a day spent skiing. Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026 Lind said the team at Hoedown Hill will aim to reopen Hoedown Hill to its full extent next winter while still trying to offer skiing, snowboarding and some tubing through what remains of this winter. Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026 Its oversized hood is perfect for climbing, hiking, or, in my case, skiing. Outside, 28 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for skiing

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 6 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

skiing

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

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