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skier

American  
[skee-er] / ˈski ər /

noun

  • skiers
    plural
  1. a person who skis.


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Noun Inflected Forms

Etymology

Origin of skier

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

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An avid skier, he can no longer go out in fog or snowstorms.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026

“Why do we need a nine gigawatt data center in one of the driest states in the nation that’s in a severe drought,” Caroline Gleich, an environmentalist and professional skier, asked.

From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026

Claudine Longet, the French-born star and ex-wife of crooner Andy Williams who became notorious for the fatal shooting of Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider” Sabich, has died.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 15, 2026

Vail’s portfolio of North American mountain resorts saw a 14.9% drop in total skier visits season-to-date, the company said Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026

She closed the slots between her flight feathers and maneuvered the bumps like a mogul skier.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George

He believes they are more conscious of looking after their hearing, and wants a future where music fans view ear protection in the same way skiers see helmets.

From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026

Located at a single Mobil station in Lee Vining, Calif., Whoa Nellie Deli is a culinary haven for Yosemite campers, skiers and travelers driving along U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026

A daily report warned that although the fresh powder looked inviting, hazards like rocks and bushes lurked beneath so skiers should ride with caution.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 14, 2026

For skiers and snowboarders, feeling untracked, fresh powder underfoot goes beyond just being ideal—it’s the whole point, and it’s downright intoxicating.

From Slate ● Apr. 11, 2026

Before long a pair of skiers came up with me.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin

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