skijoring

American  

[skee-jawr-ing, -johr-, skee-jawr-, -johr-] / skiˈdʒɔr ɪŋ, -ˈdʒoʊr-, ˈski dʒɔr-, -dʒoʊr- /

noun

1. a sport in which a skier is pulled over snow or ice, generally by a horse.

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skijoring British  

/ skiːˈdʒɔːrɪŋ /

noun

1. a sport in which a skier is pulled over snow or ice, usually by a horse

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Other Word Forms

• skijorer
  noun

Etymology

Origin of skijoring

1905–10, < Norwegian skikjøring, equivalent to ski ski + kyøring driving

Example Sentences

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skijoring

Participants learn about the different types and proper fit of skijoring equipment, and can receive training advice and assistance once strapped into the skis.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 7, 2023

Non-stop Dogwear, Ruffwear and Howling Dog Alaska are brands that sell appropriate skijoring gear.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 7, 2023

“Another advantage to attending a clinic is the gathering of dogs,” said Kate Burns, skijoring coordinator for Spokane Nordic Ski Association.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 7, 2023

Colorado’s High Country Dogs offers group clinics for dog-pulled skijoring at the Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash, Colo., if your dog is up for the challenge.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 10, 2018

About 10 years ago, he went to watch a co-worker practice skijoring.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 10, 2018