sledding

American  

[sled-ing] / ˈslɛd ɪŋ /

noun

1. the state of the ground permitting use of a sled.

   The mountain roads offer good sledding.

2. the going, or kind of travel, for sleds, as determined by ground and weather conditions.

3. a going, progress, or advance in any field.

   The job won't be easy sledding.

4. the act of conveying or riding on a sled.

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sledding Idioms  

1. see easy sledding; tough sledding.

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Etymology

Origin of sledding

An Americanism dating back to 1675–85; sled + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Through their court filings, both recount head injuries sustained while sledding and lingering symptoms.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

There’s the remarkable Elana Meyers Taylor and Kaillie Humphries Armbruster, mothers in their 40s, in the medal mix once again in monobob sledding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

While official counts are still being tallied, states have reported dozens of deaths as a result of hypothermia, car crashes, and sledding accidents.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

In Texas, a teenage girl died and another was in critical condition due to a sledding accident, the Frisco Police Department announced.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

I feel the way I used to when Celia let me tag along for big-kid sledding and trick-or-treating with her friends —grown up and on the brink of something wonderful.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison