skiing

American

[skee-ing] / ˈski ɪŋ /

noun

the act or sport of gliding on skis.

Etymology

Origin of skiing

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

Example Sentences

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Lindsey Vonn is less than two months removed from a skiing accident at the Milan-Cortina Olympics that almost resulted in the amputation of her left leg.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

In a March 15 post on X, Vonn wrote that she’s not ready to discuss her skiing future.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

He is reported to own an estimated 20 properties around the world, many of which are located in top skiing locales, including Aspen, Vermont, and Norway.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Twenty years from now Americans will be entertaining themselves with shared virtual-reality experiences, such as virtual travel experiences, golfing, skiing, tennis, basketball, softball, flower arranging, painting, learning experiences or visiting loved ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

I thought skiing was like sledding—one hill fits all.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan

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