skater

noun

skat·​er ˈskā-tər How to pronounce skater (audio)
1
: one that skates
2

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Desta is a member of Addis Girl Skateboarding (AGS), a new and relatively small collective of women skaters based in Addis Ababa. Hiwot Abebe, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Dec. 2024 Finland With just 37 skaters from their nation who have appeared in an NHL game this season, Finland had the smallest talent pool to draw from. Carol Schram, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024 The disturbing doll-like skaters glide and spin on a stage so small that just staying on it is a great trick. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 3 Dec. 2024 The rink accommodates up to 70 skaters per 90-minute session and is open to all ages. Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for skater 

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of skater was in 1700

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“Skater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skater. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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