ski jumping

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Definition

Noun: 1. A winter sport: The athletic activity or competitive event in which a person skis down a steep, curved ramp (an in-run) and launches into the air, aiming to achieve both distance and a stable, aesthetic landing on a snow-covered slope below. 2. An instance of the sport: The act or performance of making such a jump.

Usage
  • As a competitive sport:
  • As a specific event or instance:
  • Describing participation:
Advanced Usage
  • Technical aspects: The term is used to discuss the mechanics and judging of the sport, which evaluates distance and style (form in the air and landing).
    • Modern ski jumping technique emphasizes an aerodynamic "V-style" position during flight.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ski jumper (noun): The athlete who performs a ski jump.
    • The ski jumper prepared for his descent.
  • Ski jump (noun): The physical structure or ramp used for the sport.
    • They built a new ski jump for the competition.
Synonyms
  • Winter sport: (This is a broader category that includes ski jumping.)
  • Jumping: (This is a more general term; "ski jumping" specifies the equipment and context.)
Related Phrases
  • Nordic combined: A winter sport event that combines ski jumping with cross-country skiing.
  • Large hill / Normal hill: Standardized classifications for ski jumping competitions based on the size of the hill.
Noun
  1. the act of performing a jump on skis from a high ramp overhanging a snow covered slope