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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This is Montage Big Sky Resort, which many Americans consider to be a bucket-list destination for winter skiing. Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025 Always check the weather before getting on the water: Nestled in the Sierra Nevada, Lake Tahoe’s weather is highly fluctuating, attracting visitors year-round for both skiing and lakeside relaxation. Tina Chen, Mercury News, 25 July 2025 The latest plans call for a trail network for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 18 July 2025 The pet-friendly, ADA-compliant hotel is also the perfect choice for anyone looking to recover from a long day of hiking, biking, or skiing. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 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 6 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

skiing

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

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