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sledding

noun

sled·​ding ˈsle-diŋ How to pronounce sledding (audio)
1
a
: the use of a sled
b
: the conditions under which one may use a sled
2
: going sense 4
tough sledding

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Revy is also home to numerous other outdoor play options, including dog sledding, groomed Nordic ski trails, and, in Mount Revelstoke National Park, snowshoe tracks suitable for every ability level. Crai S Bower, Outside, 24 Nov. 2025 There will be entertainment and other events – one area is dedicated to kids’ fun, including sledding and rides. Heather McRea, Oc Register, 24 Nov. 2025 It's been tough sledding for Reyes ever since, however. Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Nov. 2025 During the winter, the fun includes snowshoeing, sledding, and ice skating. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sledding

Word History

First Known Use

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of sledding was in the 15th century

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“Sledding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sledding. Accessed 3 Dec. 2025.

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