skateboarding

American  

[skeyt-bawr-ding, -bohr-] / ˈskeɪtˌbɔr dɪŋ, -ˌboʊr- /

noun

1. the sport of riding a skateboard.

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Etymology

Origin of skateboarding

First recorded in 1960–65; skateboard + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Tony Hawk, the skateboarding legend synonymous with daring tricks and modern skate culture, over the weekend faced an experience “WAY outside” his comfort zone: performing in a ballet.

From Los Angeles Times

Steph Sarah recalls a time in Venice Beach’s mythical skateboarding history — long before the sandy expanse on Ocean Front Walk became the world-famous skate park, a concrete playground where pro skaters are born.

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Thankfully, Erivo’s maturity now works since her character is wiser and more cynical — although it’s still goofy to see her skateboarding on a broomstick.

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In the late afternoon, Highland Avenue came alive with families playing catch, neighbors walking dogs together, children biking and skateboarding.

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When he took an interest in skateboarding at 3 years old, for instance, his parents hadn’t expected their toddler would be doing tricks before his next birthday.

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