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wipeout
What does wipeout mean?
A fall or crash off the skateboard, borrowed from surf culture; a general term for going down.
"That was a gnarly wipeout but he walked away fine."
Origin
Borrowed directly from surfing, where a 'wipeout' is a fall off the wave.
Frequently asked questions
What is a wipeout in skateboarding?
It's a general term for a fall or crash off the board, borrowed from surf culture.
Where does the term wipeout come from?
It's borrowed directly from surfing, where a wipeout is a fall off the wave.
Is a wipeout the same as a slam?
They both mean going down, though slam tends to emphasize a harder, more painful impact while wipeout is more general.
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