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

Tom Bradley International, for example, will draw inspiration from the 1966 surfing documentary “Endless Summer” with images of palm trees, Old Hollywood and signage reminiscent of the Beverly Hills Hotel.

From Los Angeles Times

At the time of his death, he was homeless and sofa surfing.

From BBC

They chose Long Beach because of its proximity to the beach for surfing and a preponderance of youthful — but not too youthful — vibes.

From Los Angeles Times

That day, a breeze smelling a little earthy and mulchy was coming from the west, which wasn’t as good for surfing.

From Salon

The plot: White teenage boys in the 1960s gave up a summer of surfing to heed the federal government’s call.

From Los Angeles Times