canoe slalom

noun

1. a competitive event in which a canoeist maneuvers through a slalom course, usually in white water.

Word History and Origins

Origin of canoe slalom¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

The decision to hold softball and canoe slalom in Oklahoma City, which has ideal facilities for those sports, has met with public pushback.

From Los Angeles Times

She had to drop out of school and give up canoe slalom - which she had excelled at since the age of six.

From BBC

This is going to be one tough canoe slalom.

From Los Angeles Times

Their success means Team GB have won four medals in the canoe slalom discipline - the best haul they have ever had at an Olympics.

From BBC

Watch as Great Britain's Joe Clarke misses out on a medal despite a "fabulous effort" in the men's canoe slalom on day six of the Paris 2024 Olympics.

From BBC