skating
SKAY-tihng
Skating (noun) means the activity of gliding across ice or ground on skates. Example: “We went skating on the frozen pond every winter.”
noun
1
The activity of gliding across ice or ground on skates.
"We went skating on the frozen pond every winter."
"She took up skating as a way to stay fit."
2
The competitive sport built around this activity.
"He watches figure skating whenever the Winter Olympics are on."
"She trained for years in competitive skating before turning professional."
"Speed skating demands great strength in the legs and a lot of discipline."
How to use skating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMoving on skates, either just for fun or as an organized sport.
Common pairings
ice skating
roller skating
figure skating
go skating
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What does “skating” mean?
The word “skating” means the activity of gliding across ice or ground on skates. In plain terms, moving on skates, either just for fun or as an organized sport.
How do you pronounce “skating”?
“Skating” is pronounced SKAY-tihng (/ˈskeɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “skating” in a sentence?
Here is “skating” used in a sentence: “We went skating on the frozen pond every winter.”
What part of speech is “skating”?
“Skating” is a noun.
Is “skating” a common word?
“Skating” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “skating” have?
“Skating” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the activity of gliding across ice or ground on skates.
What is the difference between 'skating' and 'skiing'?
'Skating' is the activity of gliding across ice or ground on skates, while 'skiing' is traveling over snow on skis. Skating can take place on ice, wheels, or a rink, whereas skiing specifically requires snow.
What is the difference between 'skating' as an activity and as a sport?
'Skating' can refer simply to the recreational activity of gliding on skates, such as at a local rink, or to the competitive sport built around that activity, such as figure skating or speed skating events.
Is skating always done on ice?
No, skating can also refer to gliding on other hard surfaces, such as roller skating on pavement or a rink floor, not only ice skating.
