sledding
UK: ˈsledɪŋ | US: ˈsledɪŋ
n. the act or sport of riding on a sled
n. the condition of snow or terrain suitable for sledding
v. present participle of "sled" (to ride or transport by sled)
The word "sledding" derives from "sled," which originated from Middle Dutch "sledde" (a vehicle for sliding on snow), combined with the English suffix "-ing," indicating the action or process. The root "sled" reflects the concept of gliding or sliding, while "-ing" transforms it into a noun or verb form describing the activity. This construction follows a straightforward Germanic pattern of verb-to-noun conversion.
The children spent the afternoon sledding down the snowy hill.
Perfect sledding conditions require fresh powder and a gentle slope.
Sledding is a popular winter pastime in northern countries.
They went sledding every weekend until the snow melted.
The park prohibits sledding during daylight hours for safety reasons.