surfing

[ sur-fing ]

noun

1. the act or sport of riding the surf, as on a surfboard.

surfing

/ ˈsɜːfɪŋ /

noun

1. the sport of riding towards shore on the crest of a wave by standing or lying on a surfboard

Derived Forms

• ˈsurfer, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of surfing¹

First recorded in 1915–20; surf + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

They also surprised me with a surfing shirt that just says “California” that’s on the ottoman.

From Los Angeles Times

And then they go surfing in places where sharks normally feed, putting themselves at much higher risk.

From Los Angeles Times

Most attacks are associated with people surfing and participating in other board sports.

From BBC

Funded by Children in Need, We Move at SpanArts offers activities ranging from singing to surfing across south west Wales.

From BBC

And on those winter days when you’re at risk of freezing like an ice sculpture on the sidewalk, we’re standing around in yoga pants and board shorts, pretending we’ve just been surfing.

From Los Angeles Times