ski jumping

noun

1. a competitive event, included in the Nordic combined, in which a skier jumps from a ski jump, often traveling 230 to 300 feet (70 to 90 meters) in the air, with scores being based on both the skier's form and the distance of the jump.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ski jumping¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

While all share the commonality of being unconventional competitors in a space where they’re considered to be a rarity, bobsledding and ski jumping originated as European sports.

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In 2011 ski jumping returned to the collegiate level, welcoming women jumpers for the first time.

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Another meteorological issue — torrential rains — delayed a planned ski jumping competition in the winter of 1938.

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Over the past century, the Coliseum has been a cultural centerpiece for sprawling L.A., a place for sports, rock concerts, papal visits and even ski jumping.

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European soccer friendlies followed, along with ski jumping, “Crashed Ice” ice skating racing, movie nights and Shakespeare in the park.

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