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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Skiing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
skiing
skiing
[noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: He took up skiing as a hobby and now spends every weekend on the mountain. 
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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
winter
[noun]

the season that comes after fall and in most countries winter is the coldest season

Ex: It's fun to go skiing or snowboarding on the mountains in winter. 
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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to slide
to slide
[Verb]

to move smoothly over a surface

Ex: The kids laughed as they slid down the slippery slope in the water park. 
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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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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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equipment
equipment
[noun]

the necessary things that you need for doing a particular activity or job

Ex: She packed her camping equipment, including a tent and a sleeping bag. 
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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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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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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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cold
cold
[Adjective]

having a temperature lower than the human body's average temperature

Ex: I prefer to drink cold water on a hot day. 
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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: Canada is a vast country known for its stunning landscapes and friendly people. 
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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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year
year
[noun]

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

Ex: I'm looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring. 
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Norway
Norway
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe and Western Scandinavia

Ex: Fishing is a popular activity in Norway due to its long coastline. 
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Sweden
Sweden
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe and Eastern Scandinavia

Ex: I visited Sweden last summer and loved it. 
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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

Ex: He travels for work and often visits different cities for business meetings. 
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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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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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alpine skiing

a type of skiing that involves racing down snow-covered slopes, often on marked courses, using fixed-heel bindings for speed and control

Ex: Alpine skiing is one of the most popular events at the Winter Olympics. 
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downhill
downhill
[noun]

a ski racing event where athletes race down a long, steep course at very high speeds, with few turns and wide, sweeping curves

Ex: She specialized in downhill, reaching speeds over 100 kilometers per hour during races. 
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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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cross-country

away from the roads and tracks and across the countryside

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land
land
[noun]

the earth's surface where it is not under water

Ex: The plane circled above the land before making its final approach. 
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to involve

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Ex: Any investment involves an element of risk. 
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distance
distance
[noun]

the length of the space that is between two places or points

Ex: The distance between New York City and Los Angeles is over 2,700 miles. 
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freestyle skiing

a discipline where skiers perform tricks, jumps, and maneuvers on various terrain, emphasizing creativity and style

Ex: He's training for freestyle skiing competitions. 
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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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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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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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ski boot
ski boot
[noun]

a specialized footwear designed for use in alpine skiing that provides support and stability to the skier's foot, ankle, and lower leg

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ski pole
ski pole
[noun]

a sports equipment used by skiers to assist with balance and propulsion on snow

Ex: He planted his ski pole firmly in the snow to make a sharp turn. 
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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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glove
glove
[noun]

item of clothing for our hands with a separate space for each finger

Ex: She pulled on her gloves before stepping out into the cold winter morning. 
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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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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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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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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: A majority of Democrats believe that such regulations protect the public. 
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eye
eye
[noun]

a body part on our face that we use for seeing

Ex: He closed his eyes and took a deep breath. 
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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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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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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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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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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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