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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Many activities are planned for the day, including ice mini golf, ice bowling, sledding, a medallion hunt and much more. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025 Pairs with: Pizza and watching sports on the couch, pond hockey, sledding. Joe Guillen, Axios, 4 Feb. 2025 This is true of any sledding or tubing hill at any resort, especially at Snowmass. Shauna Farnell, The Denver Post, 29 Jan. 2025 Although the conditions are dangerous, especially for drivers, many Houstonians took the opportunity to enjoy the rare weather for sledding and other winter fun. NBC News, 22 Jan. 2025 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 6 Mar. 2025.

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