Skating Meaning
/ˈskeɪtɪŋ/Definition, CEFR level A1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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verbpresent participle and gerund of skate
nounThe action of moving along a surface (ice or ground) using skates.
"In skating over thin ice, our safety is in our speed."— 1841, Ralph Waldo Emerson, “Prudence”, in Essays: First Series:
nounThe sport of moving along a surface using skates.
nounA method of propulsion, where one moves similar to how a skater propels themselves. A technique in skiing, where a ski is planted diagonally, to push off of, and one slides forward on the ski facing straight forward, and then repeats the process with the swapping of the feet's actions.
Sentence Examples
I would often go skating on the lake.
Bob is a good match for you in skating.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
____ on the frozen lake in winter requires special boots with blades.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The children enjoyed ____ around the outdoor rink on the cold Saturday afternoon.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
____ on the frozen lake in winter requires special boots with blades.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The children enjoyed ____ around the outdoor rink on the cold Saturday afternoon.