surfing

[sur-fing]

noun

1. the act or sport of riding the surf, as on a surfboard.

surfing

/ ˈsɜːfɪŋ /

noun

1. the sport of riding towards shore on the crest of a wave by standing or lying on a surfboard

Other Word Forms

• surfer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of surfing¹

First recorded in 1915–20; surf + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

They say that around 189,000 families and individuals who faced the worst forms of homelessness such as rough sleeping, sofa surfing and living in tents were not included in official statistics.

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“Wave pools are doing the same thing, lowering the barrier to entry for people to get into surfing in a controlled, safe environment that’s not as intimidating as the ocean, that’s predictable and consistent.”

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"The weather conditions yesterday were obviously not appropriate to be in the water surfing, whether you're experienced or not," she said.

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For outdoor activities, try the mini-golf course, surfing simulator, sports court and rock climbing wall.

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Nine months after the fire, Comey is still couch surfing and his parents are living with a relative.

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