sledding

noun

sled·​ding ˈsle-diŋ 

1

a

: the use of a sled

b

: the conditions under which one may use a sled

2

: going sense 4

tough sledding

Examples of sledding in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But for the Sabres, those four games have been tough sledding. —Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025

Nonskiers in tow can spend their days on scenic heli-tours, dog sledding, snowmobiling, or exploring the restaurants, museum, and shops in town, within an easy walk of the lodge. —Adam H. Graham, AFAR Media, 14 Oct. 2025

It is also intended for year-round events, like movie nights in the park, live concerts, large community gatherings and is perfect for wintertime sledding. —Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025

Over the last decade, the adventurous family has shared videos surfing with sharks, tandem scuba diving and sledding in Italy, among other things. —Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for sledding

• bedding
• dreading
• heading
• shedding
• shredding
• spreading
• threading
• treading
• wedding
• beheading
• embedding
• homesteading