skating

[ˈskeɪtɪŋ]

skating Definition

  • 1the action or sport of gliding on skates, especially ice skates, as a form of recreation or competition
  • 2the act of moving smoothly and quickly, without interruption or difficulty

Using skating: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "skating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She loves going skating with her friends on weekends.

  • Example

    He is a professional figure skating athlete.

  • Example

    The children were skating on the frozen pond.

skating Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for skating

Phrases with skating

  • to engage in the activity of skating

    Example

    We decided to go skating at the rink downtown.

  • to be in a risky or dangerous situation

    Example

    If you don't study for the exam, you'll be skating on thin ice.

  • to avoid talking about or dealing with something difficult or unpleasant

    Example

    He tried to skate over the issue and change the subject.

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Summary: skating in Brief

Skating [ˈskeɪtɪŋ] refers to the action or sport of gliding on skates, especially ice skates, as a form of recreation or competition. It can also mean the act of moving smoothly and quickly, without interruption or difficulty. Examples include 'She loves going skating with her friends on weekends' and 'He is a professional figure skating athlete.' Phrases like 'go skating' denote engaging in the activity, while 'skate on thin ice' and 'skate over something' imply risky situations or avoiding difficult topics.

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