surfing
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for surfing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The sport of riding ocean waves on a board.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use surfing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “surfing” mean?
The word “surfing” means the sport of riding ocean waves on a board. In plain terms, riding waves on a surfboard, or browsing online.
How do you pronounce “surfing”?
“Surfing” is pronounced SFIHNG (/ˈsɝfɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “surfing” in a sentence?
Here is “surfing” used in a sentence: “Surfing is huge along the coast of California.”
What is another word for “surfing”?
Words with a similar meaning to “surfing” include surf riding.
What part of speech is “surfing”?
“Surfing” is a noun.
Is “surfing” a common word?
“Surfing” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “surfing” have?
“Surfing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the sport of riding ocean waves on a board.
What is the difference between surfing and surf riding?
Surfing and surf riding refer to the same sport: riding ocean waves on a board. "Surf riding" is simply an older or more descriptive alternative phrasing for the same activity.
What is the difference between surfing the internet and channel surfing?
Surfing the internet refers to the activity of browsing the internet from page to page, moving between websites. Channel surfing applies the same idea of restless, casual browsing to television, flipping between channels rather than web pages.
Is "surfing" only used for water sports?
No, "surfing" also commonly refers to the activity of browsing the internet from page to page, a figurative extension of the water sport. Context usually makes clear which meaning is intended, such as "went surfing at the beach" versus "was surfing the internet all night."