Ski

/skiː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A long, narrow piece of wood, plastic, or metal used for gliding over snow.

He strapped on his skis and descended the mountain with ease.

The act of skiing as a sport or recreational activity.

She enjoys the thrill of ski every winter in the Alps.

verb

To move over snow on skis.

They plan to ski down the slopes this weekend.

To participate in the sport of skiing.

He learned how to ski when he was just five years old.

Norwegian 'ski', meaning 'split piece of wood' or 'stick'.

ski resort

A place where skiing activities are available and organized.

cross-country skiing

A form of skiing where skiers traverse across snow-covered terrains, as opposed to downhill skiing.

downhill skiing

Skiing down a slope, typically found in ski resorts.

skier

A person who skis.

ski lift

A mechanical system for transporting skiers up a mountain.

ski pole

A pole used by skiers to aid balance and movement.

Skiing or going skiing.

We're gonna go ski this weekend at the lodge.

Referring to a fast-paced descent or movement.

He skied down the hill like a pro.