skating
/ˈskeɪtɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: skatings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The action of moving along a surface (ice or ground) using skates.
Noun
Examples
In skating over thin ice, our safety is in our speed.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The sport of moving along a surface using skates.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “skating” mean?
The action of moving along a surface (ice or ground) using skates.
Is “skating” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.