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

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

"There were so many highlights. My son enjoyed the dog sledding through the forest, he loved how fast they were going!"

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025

Many visitors take the tram to go sledding.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

During one of our sledding runs yesterday, I wiped out.

From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy