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ski

Definition

  • noun: one of a pair of long narrow pieces of wood, metal, or plastic that curve upward slightly in front, are attached to shoes, and are used for gliding over snow
  • noun: one of a pair of narrow strips of wood, metal, or plastic curving upward in front that are used especially for gliding over snow
  • verb: to move or glide on skis over snow or water
  • verb: to glide on skis in travel or as a sport

Examples

  • He won a gold medal in Olympic 'ski jumping'.

  • I have 'skied' that mountain before.

  • She is on her school's 'ski' team.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Her kidnapping is not considered to be politically motivated, but it has stirred the government to its highest levels. Reached for comment on the ski slopes of Vermont, the president is said to be, and I quote, "intensely concerned". Just moments ago Senator Martin I'm speaking now to the person (..)
    1991 The Silence of the Lambs