Meaning & Definition of word "Toboggan"
Toboggan
/təˈbɒɡən/
noun:
- 1. A long, narrow, simple sled, traditionally made of wood, that is used for sliding down snow-covered hills.
- Example: The children took their toboggan to the hill and spent the afternoon racing down.
- 2. The act of riding on a toboggan.
- Example: We had so much fun tobogganing down the slopes at the resort.
verb:
- 1. To slide down a hill on a toboggan.
- Example: They tobogganed all weekend, enjoying the fresh powder.
Etymology
●From the Canadian French 'toboggan', which comes from the Algonquin word 'toboggan' meaning 'to pull' or 'to carry'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
go tobogganing:
to participate in the sport of sliding down snow-covered slopes on a toboggan.
toboggan run:
a designated area where toboggans can be used for sliding down hills.
Related Words
sledding:
The activity of riding on a sled, typically down a snow-covered slope.
bobsled:
A small, two- or four-person sled used in Olympic winter sports.
Slang Meanings of toboggan
Meaning: To go quickly or slide smoothly down a slope.
● Example Sentence: We tobogganed down the hill right after the snowstorm.
Meaning: Used as a term for a carefree and fun activity.
● Example Sentence: We spent the whole afternoon tobogganing and enjoying the winter weather.