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Ski

UK /["/skiː/"]/US /["/skiː/"]/

Definition

one of a pair of long narrow pieces of wood, metal or plastic that you attach to boots so that you can move smoothly over snow

In simple words: To move over snow on long shoes called skis.

Examples

  • a pair of skis
  • All skis should be waxed on a frequent basis.
  • The children go to school on skis.

Usage notes

Use 'ski' when describing the activity of sliding on snow. Appropriate in leisure and sports contexts. Avoid in formal settings where snow sports are irrelevant.

Grammar pattern

ski + object (e.g., ski slopes, ski resorts)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'sky' – imagine gliding down snowy hills under a blue sky.

Collocations

  • alpine
  • backcountry
  • cross-country
  • pair
  • put on
  • remove
  • take off
  • pole
  • stick
  • boot
  • on skis

Synonyms

  • snowboard
  • glide
  • slide

Antonyms

  • stop
  • freeze

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'ski' with 'skate' (ice skating).
  • Using 'ski' as a noun without proper context.
  • Incorrectly conjugating 'ski' in past tense (should be 'skied').