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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Alpine Skiing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
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: He fell in love with alpine skiing after taking a beginner lesson in the mountains .
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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: They planned a weekend getaway to indulge in winter sports.
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athlete
athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: The young athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .
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to ski
to ski
[Verb]

to move on snow on two sliding bars that are worn on the feet

Ex: Last season , the friends skied together on challenging trails .
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snowy
snowy
[Adjective]

‌(of a period of time or weather) having or bringing snow

Ex: He slipped on the snowy sidewalk while rushing to catch the bus .
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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: The hill provided a natural boundary between the two towns .
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: The special occasion called for a celebration with family and friends .
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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: The ski resort offers rentals for skis, boots , and poles for those who do n't have their own equipment .
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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: The rain soaked through her boots, making her feet wet .
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to watch
to watch
[Verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends .
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mountain
mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: We hiked up the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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race
race
[noun]

a competition between people, vehicles, animals, etc. to find out which one is the fastest and finishes first

Ex: I bought tickets to the motorcycle race next month .
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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type
type
[noun]

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

Ex: The museum displays art from various types of artists , both modern and classical .
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downhill
downhill
[Adverb]

in a downward direction, typically toward the lower point of a hill

Ex: The road winds downhill, offering breathtaking views of the valley below .
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straight
straight
[Adverb]

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

Ex: The plane flew straight over the mountains , maintaining its course .
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slalom
slalom
[noun]

a downhill race over a winding course defined by upright poles

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turn
turn
[noun]

a place in a road, river, etc. where it bends

Ex: As we approached the turn, we could see the lighthouse standing tall on the cliff .
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pole
pole
[noun]

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

Ex: The coach emphasized the importance of the pole’s flexibility in pole vaulting .
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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quick
quick
[Adjective]

taking a short time to move, happen, or be done

Ex: The quick fox darted across the field , disappearing into the forest .
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curved
curved
[Adjective]

having a shape that is rounded or bent rather than straight

Ex: The cat stretched out in a curved position , resembling the letter " C " .
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

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

Ex: The astronaut secured her space helmet before stepping onto the launchpad.
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goggles
goggles
[noun]

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

Ex: The racer ’s goggles fogged up during the high-speed motorcycle race .
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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: Emergency drills in schools help students understand safety procedures in case of a fire or other threats .
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to control

to reduce the strength of something or keep it within limits

Ex: The teacher helped the students control their anxiety before the big test .
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direction
direction
[noun]

the position that someone or something faces, points, or moves toward

Ex: The teacher pointed in the direction of the library when the students asked where to find more resources .
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course
course
[noun]

an area of land or water used for races, sports, and other similar activities

Ex: The soccer course was lined with vibrant green turf , where players honed their dribbling and passing skills .
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steep
steep
[Adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: He hesitated to ski down the steep slope , knowing it would be a thrilling but risky adventure .
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meter
meter
[noun]

the basic unit of measuring length that is equal to 100 centimeters

Ex: The hiking trail is marked every 100 meters for navigation .
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long
long
[Adjective]

(of two points) having an above-average distance between them

Ex: The bridge is a mile long and connects the two towns.
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bravery
bravery
[noun]

the quality of being willing to face danger, fear, or difficulty with resolve and courage

Ex: Despite the risks , her bravery kept her going through the tough times .
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to win
to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: They won the game in the last few seconds with a spectacular goal .
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time
time
[noun]

the recorded duration or measurement of how long an event or task takes to complete, often used in sports or competitions to track performance

Ex: The coach was impressed with his personal best time, which was faster than last season .
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the Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in various sports for medals

Ex: The opening ceremony of the Olympic Games is a spectacle of culture and sport .
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Austria
Austria
[noun]

a country in the southern part of Central Europe

Ex: Vienna , the capital of Austria, is famous for its majestic palaces .
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Switzerland

a country in Western Central Europe, south of Germany

Ex: Today I learned at school that the capital of Switzerland is Bern .
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: The United States is a country located in North America .
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kilometers per hour

a unit of measurement used to express speed or velocity in the metric system, representing the distance traveled in kilometers over the course of one hour

Ex: The train runs at an average of 200 kilometers per hour.
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