ice-skater

Thân thiện

An ice-skater glides gracefully across the frozen pond.

Definition

Noun: - A person who ice-skates: An ice-skater is someone who participates in the activity or sport of moving on ice using ice skates.

Usage

The word "ice-skater" specifically refers to the person performing the activity. It is a compound noun formed from "ice" and "skater."

Examples

• The talented ice-skater performed a perfect triple axel.
• She has trained for years to become a professional ice-skater.
• The pond was full of cheerful ice-skaters enjoying the winter day.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used generically for anyone skating on ice or specifically for those who perform it as a sport or artistic discipline.
  • The Olympic champion is not just a skater; she is a world-class ice-skater.

Variants and Related Words

• Ice-skate (verb): To glide on ice wearing ice skates.
  • They love to ice-skate on the frozen lake.
• Ice skating (noun): The activity or sport of skating on ice.
  • Ice skating is a popular winter pastime.

Synonyms

• Skater (Note: "Skater" is a more general term that can also refer to roller skaters or skateboarders.)
• Figure skater (Specifically for those who perform artistic routines on ice.)

Related Phrases

• Speed skater: A person who competes in ice skating races for speed.
• Figure skater: A person who performs choreographed routines on ice skates, often involving jumps and spins.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone who engages in ice skating