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ski touring

American

noun

cross-country skiing.

ski touring British

noun

long-distance hiking on skis over open, mountainous country; noncompetitive cross-country skiing

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Other Word Forms

ski tourer noun

Etymology

Origin of ski touring

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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The man, who had ski touring equipment with him, is believed to have had an accident in 2001.

From BBC • Aug. 23, 2023

Join Northwest Alpine Guides for a three-day backcountry ski touring adventure that will introduce you to the thrills and skills of backcountry skiing with knowledgeable guides.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2023

He supplies the experimental subjects, collecting flies on his ski touring trips.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 30, 2022

Alongside the resulting increase in gear purchases and attendance at avalanche safety classes has come a boom in guided ski touring.

From Washington Post • Dec. 16, 2021

“The ski touring is moderate but the terrain is spectacular,” said Mr. Volken.

From New York Times • Nov. 27, 2020

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