Basic Details
Word: Skiing
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The activity of gliding over snow on skis.
Synonyms: Snow sports, winter sports
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Skiing on thin ice: Taking risks that could lead to trouble. Example: "He was skiing on thin ice by not studying for the test."
- Hit the slopes: Go skiing. Example: "Every winter, our family loves to hit the slopes at the local ski resort."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Skiing is a popular winter sport that attracts many enthusiasts from around the world.
Example 2: She learned to ski when she was just five years old and has loved it ever since.
Example 3: The ski school offers lessons for beginners and experienced skiers alike.
Fun Fact
Did you know that skiing originated thousands of years ago as a method of transportation over snow in Scandinavia? It has since evolved into a popular recreational activity enjoyed worldwide.
Famous Quote
"Skiing is better than sex. Its the only pleasure that lasts." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "skiing" mean?
a) Swimming in a lake
b) The activity of gliding over snow on skis
c) Riding a bicycle uphill
d) Running in the park
Answer: b) The activity of gliding over snow on skis
2. Which of these is a synonym of "skiing"?
a) Mountain climbing
b) Snow sports
c) Surfing
d) Horse riding
Answer: b) Snow sports
3. Which sentence uses "skiing" correctly?
a) I went skiing last summer at the beach.
b) She is skiing with her friends on the snow-covered hills.
c) They are skiing in the city during autumn.
d) He enjoys skiing in the desert.
Answer: b) She is skiing with her friends on the snow-covered hills.
4. Which idiom means taking risks?
a) Hit the slopes
b) Skiing on thin ice
c) Catching snowflakes
d) Walking in a winter wonderland
Answer: b) Skiing on thin ice
5. What is the opposite of "skiing"?
a) N/A
b) Running on sand
c) Swimming in the sea
d) Hiking in the woods
Answer: a) N/A
