Definition

Noun: - A cross-country skier: A person who participates in the sport of cross-country skiing, which involves traveling over snow-covered terrain using skis and poles for propulsion, typically on trails rather than marked downhill slopes.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The experienced langlaufer glided effortlessly through the snowy forest.
  • As a dedicated langlaufer, she trains year-round for winter competitions.

Advanced Usage

• The term is of German origin, directly translating to "cross-country skier." In English, it is a specialized term often used within skiing communities or in contexts discussing European winter sports.
• It can imply a focus on endurance and technique over varied terrain, as opposed to alpine (downhill) skiing.

Variants and Related Words

• Langlauf (noun): The sport of cross-country skiing itself.
  • He took up langlauf for its excellent cardiovascular benefits.
• Cross-country skier (noun): The more common English equivalent for "langlaufer."

Synonyms

• Cross-country skier: The direct and most common synonym.
• Nordic skier: A synonym that encompasses both cross-country skiing and ski jumping.

Noun

1. a cross-country skier