skater

noun

skat·​er ˈskā-tər How to pronounce skater (audio)
1
: one that skates
2

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Ice skates are available for rent, and the rink, open to all ages, accommodates up to 70 skaters per 90-minute session. Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 9 Nov. 2024 With the first goal, Smith, at 19 years and 228 days old, became the youngest U.S.-born skater to score a goal with the Sharks. Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024 Driving the news: Over 30 of the nation's top skaters, including TJ Rogers and Marcelo Jimenez, will compete Saturday at the iconic Twin Peaks. Shawna Chen, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024 Because of that, skaters don't have time to develop their choreography in a way that highlights their personalities and artistry. Jim Clash, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for skater 

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of skater was in 1700

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“Skater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skater. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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