sledding

noun

sled·​ding ˈsle-diŋ How to pronounce sledding (audio)
1
a
: the use of a sled
b
: the conditions under which one may use a sled
2
: going sense 4
tough sledding

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During winter activities such as reindeer sledding, I was given a jumpsuit by the group leaders to wear on top of this coat. Gregory Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025 At Children's Christmas in the Park, the young at heart can have the unusual experience of snow sledding in Florida. Susan Hall Mahon, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025 The attraction also includes an ice sledding hill and fire performances each night from 6-8pm. Audrey Kennedy, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025 These 13-day expeditions include a thrilling mix of sub-zero adventures like kayaking, ice-fishing, dog sledding, and skijoring with visits to Indigenous Innu and Mi'kmaq communities. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sledding 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of sledding was in the 15th century

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“Sledding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sledding. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

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