skiing

noun

ski·​ing ˈskē-iŋ How to pronounce skiing (audio)
: the art or sport of sliding and jumping on skis

Examples of skiing in a Sentence

Skiing is my favorite winter activity. We are planning to go skiing tomorrow.
Recent Examples on the Web This area is a major windsurfing destination, while jet skiing, swimming, snorkeling, surfing, and diving are also quite popular. Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2024 The Florida Keys are known for gorgeous sunsets and endless margaritas, the perfect place for fishing, jet skiing, scuba diving, and honeymooning. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2024 Not all Bay Area residents were looking to flee the region, and more than a handful were racing to embrace an epic snowfall that promised premium skiing and snowboarding for the foreseeable future. Ethan Baron, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2024 The area is also known for its generous beaches, as 12 miles of Atlantic shoreline boasts fishing, parasailing, kayaking, jet skiing, and sailing. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 4 Mar. 2024 Guests can explore the hotel's in-house sports shop and get outfitted for skiing or try ice-skating on their private rink. Jim Dobson, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Travelers will meet with local communities and engage in activities including snowmobiling, skiing, and northern lights excursions. Sophy Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Feb. 2024 While the icier skiing at Windham or Stowe will never compare to the fluff out where Horace Greeley said to go, the ingredients for an improved social scene have arrived. Noah Lederman, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2024 In addition to the previous sports offered, the 2025 event will include alpine skiing, snowboarding, biathlon, Nordic skiing, skeleton and wheelchair curling for the first time. Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 17 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of skiing was in 1893

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Cite this Entry

“Skiing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skiing. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

skiing

noun
ski·​ing
ˈskē-iŋ
: the art or sport of gliding and jumping on skis

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