surfing

1 of 2

noun

surf·​ing ˈsər-fiŋ 

: the sport of riding the surf especially on a surfboard

surfing

2 of 2

present participle of surf entry 2

Examples of surfing in a Sentence

Noun

Her hobbies include diving and surfing.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The Spanish technology uses a series of mechanical modules to push water and generate waves that can be adjusted for different surfing abilities. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026

At an inquest at Cornwall Coroner’s Court in Truro this week, Rodgers was described as an active young girl who loved activities like surfing and camping, CornwallLive reported. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2026

As with so many coastal enclaves—the Hamptons included—surfing, fishing, and boating are beloved summertime activities. — Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2026

The mental health benefits of surfing are lifelong, Guidera explains. — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1926, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing surfing

• channel surfing
• crowd surfing

Rhymes for surfing

• windsurfing

Kids Definition

surfing

noun

surf·​ing ˈsər-fiŋ 

: the sport of riding the surf especially on a surfboard