Word
christie
Phoneticschristie
US/ˈkɹɪsti/
UK/kɹˈɪsti/
Definitions
01a person's name
n. a common first name for women or a last name.
n. a given name, typically a diminutive of Christine or Christopher, or a surname of Scottish and Irish origin.
“Agatha Christie is one of the most famous mystery writers in history.”
“The professor noted that Christie was a common surname in the region, often appearing in historical records from the nineteenth century.”
02skiing turn
n. a fast turn in skiing where you keep your skis parallel to each other.
n. a high-speed skiing turn performed with the skis kept parallel throughout the arc.
“The instructor showed us how to perform a smooth christie on the steep slope.”
“Mastering the parallel christie is essential for skiers who wish to maintain speed and control on icy, advanced terrain.”
Technical
Usage
Often capitalized, though lowercase is common in technical skiing manuals.
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