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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Snowboarding

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
snowboarding

a winter sport or activity in which the participant stands on a board and glides over snow, typically on a mountainside

Ex: Snowboarding is a popular winter activity that attracts enthusiasts of all ages to the mountains. 
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: The fun day at the amusement park was filled with laughter and excitement. 
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winter sport

any sport or recreational activity that is typically played or practiced during the winter months and often involves snow or ice like snowboarding

Ex: Figure skating is a graceful and artistic winter sport performed on ice. 
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snowy
snowy
[Adjective]

covered or filled with snow

Ex: He carefully drove on the snowy road. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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board
board
[noun]

a flat, often elongated piece of equipment used to glide over surfaces like water or snow

Ex: He waxed his board before heading out to catch the morning waves. 
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wide
wide
[Adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The river was wide, spanning several hundred meters across. 
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ski
ski
[noun]

either of a pair of long thin objects worn on our feet to make us move faster over the snow

Ex: She strapped on her skis and glided gracefully down the mountain slope. 
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pole
pole
[noun]

a sports equipment made of fiberglass, used for vaulting over a high bar

Ex: The pole snapped during the competition, but the athlete was unharmed. 
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foot
foot
[noun]

the body part that is at the end of our leg and we stand and walk on

Ex: He traced patterns in the sand with his foot, leaving temporary imprints. 
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to steer
to steer
[Verb]

to control the direction of a moving object, such as a car, ship, etc.

Ex: He expertly steered the car through the winding mountain roads. 
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to balance

to keep something in a stable and even position, typically by adjusting or redistributing weight

Ex: She managed to balance the tray of drinks as she walked across the room. 
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: English is the primary language spoken in the United States. 
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Snurfer
Snurfer
[noun]

an early type of snowboard, invented in the 1960s, that looks like a small, simple board without bindings, originally ridden by standing and steering with a rope

Ex: The Snurfer is considered the ancestor of modern snowboards. 
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snow
snow
[noun]

small, white pieces of frozen water vapor that fall from the sky in cold temperatures

Ex: After the storm, the ground was covered in a thick blanket of snow. 
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: She could hear the wind howling outside her window. 
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style
style
[noun]

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

Ex: His questioning style made the interviewees feel at ease. 
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freestyle
freestyle
[noun]

a race where swimmers can use any stroke style they prefer, typically the front crawl, known for its speed and efficiency

Ex: Freestyle allows for creativity in stroke technique and pacing strategies. 
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trick
trick
[noun]

a skillful action or move, often done to show ability or entertain

Ex: The dog amazed everyone with a trick where it balanced a ball on its nose. 
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jump
jump
[noun]

the act of springing or leaping into the air

Ex: The athlete made a perfect jump over the hurdle. 
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natural
natural
[Adjective]

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

Ex: She prefers using natural ingredients in her skincare products to avoid harsh chemicals. 
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slope
slope
[noun]

a raised landform, hill, or incline

Ex: The hikers climbed the steep slope. 
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to race
to race
[Verb]

to compete against someone to see who is the fastest

Ex: The children race each other to the tree. 
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: After years of practice, her skill in playing the guitar became exceptional. 
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to learn
to learn
[Verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action 
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practice
practice
[noun]

the act of repeatedly doing something to become better at doing it

Ex: Daily practice of yoga can improve flexibility and reduce stress. 
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lesson
lesson
[noun]

a period of learning or teaching; a period of time in which someone is taught something

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rule
rule
[noun]

instructions or guidelines that determine how a game or sport is played

Ex: The rules of chess dictate how each piece moves. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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adventurous
adventurous
[Adjective]

(of a person) eager to try new ideas, exciting things, and take risks

Ex: She's an adventurous traveler, always seeking out new destinations and immersive cultural experiences. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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event
event
[noun]

something special, important, and known that takes place at a particular time or place such as a festival or Valentin's Day

Ex: The annual charity event raised thousands of dollars for the local community center. 
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the Winter Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, featuring winter sports such as skiing, skating, and snowboarding, where athletes from around the world compete for medals

Ex: She represented her country in figure skating at the Winter Olympic Games. 
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boot
boot
[noun]

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

Ex: I love the sound of my boots clicking on the wooden floor. 
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binding
binding
[noun]

the mechanism that connects the ski boot to the ski

Ex: During the lesson, she learned how to release the binding for safety. 
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to attach
to attach
[Verb]

to physically connect or fasten something to another thing

Ex: The artist has attached the canvas to the easel for painting. 
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warm
warm
[Adjective]

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

Ex: She dipped her feet in the warm sand on the beach. 
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clothes
clothes
[noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: He always wears comfortable clothes when he goes for a run. 
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The construction worker wore a bright yellow safety helmet before entering the site. 
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goggles
goggles
[noun]

a type of eyewear that are designed to protect the eyes from harm

Ex: He wore goggles while swimming to protect his eyes from chlorine. 
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head
head
[noun]

the top part of body, where brain and face are located

Ex: The cat gently nudged its head against my hand, seeking affection. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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amazing
amazing
[Adjective]

extremely surprising, particularly in a good way

Ex: The fireworks display was absolutely amazing, lighting up the entire sky. 
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Antarctica

the most southern continent where the South Pole is situated

Ex: Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth. 
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