snowmobile

noun

snow·​mo·​bile ˈsnō-mō-ˌbēl 

: any of various automotive vehicles for travel on snow

specifically : an open vehicle for usually one or two persons with steerable skis on the front and an endless belt at the rear

Examples of snowmobile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Oscar nominee takes to the page to reflect on his 2023 snowmobile accident and recovery process in this emotional and inspiring read. —Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025

Although some entry-level snowmobiles can be had for approximately that amount, most mid-range models come in more around $14,000. —New Atlas, 17 Dec. 2025

As the noise of the snowmobiles became closer, the man in the gray sweatshirt grabbed me from behind. —Gail Zimmerman, CBS News, 16 Dec. 2025

Snowshoe, backcountry ski, snowmobile, or explore winter trails in wilderness areas like Columbine Canyon and Wheeler Peak Wilderness, or relax in one of Tao’s natural hot springs. —Emilee Coblentz, Outside, 10 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for snowmobile

• afebrile
• bookmobile
• cochineal
• nonideal
• peroneal
• philomel
• popliteal
• waterwheel
• abele
• alkyl
• anneal
• appeal

Kids Definition

snowmobile

noun

snow·​mo·​bile ˈsnō-mō-ˌbēl 

: any of various motor vehicles for travel on snow

snowmobiler

-ˌbē-lər

noun

snowmobiling

-ˌbē-liŋ

noun