snowshoe

noun

snow·shoe | \ˈsnō-ˌshü

Definition of snowshoe

(Entry 1 of 2)

: a usually lightweight platform for the foot that is designed to enable a person to walk on soft snow without sinking and that typically consists of an oblong frame crossed with leather thongs or synthetic material

snowshoe

verb

snowshoed; snowshoeing

Definition of snowshoe (Entry 2 of 2)

intransitive verb

: to travel on snowshoes

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Examples of snowshoe in a Sentence

Verb

We snowshoed through the woods.

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Humans have been using snowshoes for thousands of years. — Jenny Mccoy, SELF, "What Is Snowshoe Racing? A Look Inside the Niche and Challenging Winter Sport," 17 Oct. 2018 Soldiers from Company B of the 339th Infantry Regiment wear snowshoes during a patrol in northern Russia. — Michael M. Phillips, WSJ, "The One Time American Troops Fought Russians Was at the End of World War I—and They Lost," 9 Nov. 2018 In the winter, strap on a pair of ice skates, snowshoes, or cross-country skis. — Daniel Otis, Sunset, "Top Wow Spots of Banff & Jasper National Parks," 22 Jan. 2018 More information: Mirror Lake has two winter snowshoe hikes through Fern Dell Gorge scheduled for Jan. 20 and Feb. 10. — Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Mirror Lake's Fern Dell Gorge is a winter wonderland," 11 Jan. 2018 On Mount Mansfield, the state’s highest peak, the Stone Hut, built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, offers a snug, historic winter retreat for intrepid families who trek in on skis or snowshoes. — Katie Arnold, Outside Online, "Yes, You Should Move Your Family to Vermont," 20 June 2018 Wheel & Sprocket offers onsite ski and snowshoe rentals from a hut near the Evergreen parking lot. — Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "8 of Wisconsin's best state parks to visit in winter," 8 Feb. 2018 The Blombergs had told me the area is especially popular for snowshoeing in the winter, and snowshoe signs on trail markers were evidence of that. — Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Wisconsin's highest point - Timm's Hill - is a quiet escape away from everything," 5 July 2018 My snowshoes were heavy, and Steve looked to be fighting for his life. — Author: Christine Cunningham, Anchorage Daily News, "Sometimes, you go hunting because the dogs want to go," 13 Mar. 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

There is ice skating, snowshoeing, boutique shopping, and pampering spas. — Discover Magazine, "The Great Snow of Beaver Creek," 3 Oct. 2018 Hiking, snowshoeing, fat-tire bikes and pets are not permitted on cross-country ski trails when they're groomed. — Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Mirror Lake's Fern Dell Gorge is a winter wonderland," 11 Jan. 2018 For now, the preserve is popular for daytime use like hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and snowshoeing in the winter. — Sunset, "This Southwestern Road Trip Is Filled with Hidden Gems," 22 Jan. 2018 Gather up the family and friends for some breathtaking views and snowshoe action. — Michelle Jenkins, idahostatesman, "Snowshoe under the stars to benefit JDRF | Idaho Statesman," 26 Feb. 2018 A day of outdoor and studio activities, with scavenger hunts, hikes and other winter activities - ice skating, painting the pond, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing - weather permitting. — Elaine Rewolinski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Breathe events Jan. 10," 16 Jan. 2018 My favorite activity was actually snowshoeing on Uneva Trail at Vail Pass. — Ashley Mateo, Marie Claire, "Weekend Trip Guide: Where to Stay, Eat, and Drink in Vail, Colorado," 22 Dec. 2017 The Raven trail system also has a few loops open to snowshoeing, hiking, pets and fat-tire bikes. — Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "In this Northwoods forest, snow and serene skiing are guaranteed," 22 Feb. 2018 Our alternative: snowshoeing around town and exploring the historic downtown. — Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, "Family travel: Have a backup plan if your itinerary melts away," 17 Mar. 2018

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