sledding
|sled/ding|
A2
/ˈslɛdɪŋ/
(sled)
riding on a sled
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sled' originates from Middle Dutch, specifically the word 'sledde', where 'sledde' meant 'a vehicle for sliding'.
Historical Evolution
'sledde' transformed into the Old English word 'sled', and eventually became the modern English word 'sled'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a vehicle for sliding', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the activity or sport of riding on a sled.
We went sledding down the hill after the snowstorm.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'sled'.
They are sledding in the park.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/15 14:31