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.
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Colorado may be better known for its hiking and skiing than for its swimming, but a Boulder estate that just hit the market is a water lover’s paradise. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025 Never short on things to do, Los Cabos offers jet skiing, sport fishing and scuba diving tours, whale-watching excursions and sunset sailings. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025 In addition to crime, the advisory urges tourists to be aware of the dangers that can come with certain activities, such as jet skiing, boating and even just relaxing at the beach. Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025 Outside of work, Hardy enjoyed athletic pursuits including soccer, racquetball, golf and snow skiing. Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for skiing

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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“Skiing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skiing. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

skiing

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

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