Word
skier
Phoneticsski·er
/ˈskaɪɹ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who moves over snow on two long, thin pieces of wood or plastic. You usually see them on mountains during the winter.
n. a person who engages in the sport or activity of gliding over snow on skis. Refers to both recreational participants and professional athletes.
Examples
“The skier moved quickly down the snowy mountain.”
“Every winter, thousands of skiers visit the Alps to enjoy the fresh powder and steep slopes.”
“Advanced skiers often seek out ungroomed terrain to test their technical skills against natural obstacles and variable snow conditions.”
Examples
simple
“The skier moved quickly down the snowy mountain.”
contextual
“Every winter, thousands of skiers visit the Alps to enjoy the fresh powder and steep slopes.”
complex
“Advanced skiers often seek out ungroomed terrain to test their technical skills against natural obstacles and variable snow conditions.”
Usage
Commonly modified by skill-level adjectives such as 'novice', 'intermediate', or 'expert'.
Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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