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skiing

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[skee-ing] / ˈski ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act or sport of gliding on skis.


Etymology

Origin of skiing

First recorded in 1890–95; ski + -ing 1

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Whisenant had frequently posted about his adventures across the Sierra Nevada, not only rock climbing but also skiing, biking and camping across the mountains, according to his Instagram page.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

The region offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, paddleboarding and, in the winter, skiing.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

"We spent Christmases with him and his family, Boxing Days, pretty much every birthday they had, even skiing holidays," Ryan-Bell said.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

The gated community has direct access to year-round recreation, including skiing, hiking, mountain biking, ATVing, and snowmobiling; it also has a private trout pond.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

I thought that, hey, skiing had always looked fun.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan

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