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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Pallot also loved world travel, playing tennis and golf, skiing, fishing and hunting, alongside his family. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2026 Snow made for great skiing (but also) for some challenging driving. Michael Abeyta, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026 Alpine skiing – Two-time individual state champion, three-time team state champion. Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026 The town offers year-round recreational opportunities, including skiing, hiking, biking and rafting, as well as a walkable downtown with numerous shops and restaurants. Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 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 28 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

skiing

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

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