Definition

Noun: A ski run is a specifically prepared trail or slope on a mountain or hill, designed and maintained for the activity of skiing. It is typically cleared of obstacles, may have its snow groomed, and is often classified by difficulty level (e.g., green circle for beginner, blue square for intermediate, black diamond for expert).

Usage

The term "ski run" is used to refer to a designated path for skiing at a ski resort or area. - Please stay on the marked ski runs for your safety. - This resort has over 50 different ski runs for all ability levels. - We spent the morning exploring the long, scenic ski runs on the back side of the mountain.

Advanced Usage

• "to carve up a ski run": To ski down a run with sharp, clean turns.
  • Expert skiers love to carve up the fresh corduroy on the first ski run of the day.
• "a groomed ski run": A ski run where the snow has been mechanically smoothed and packed.
  • Beginners should stick to the wide, groomed ski runs.

Variants and Related Words

• Run (noun): In the context of skiing, "run" is often used interchangeably with "ski run."
  • That was a fantastic run!
• Piste (noun): A term primarily used in Europe synonymous with a ski run.
  • The alpine pistes were in excellent condition.
• Trail (noun): A more general term that can include ski runs but also refers to paths for hiking or other sports.

Synonyms

• Slope: Emphasizes the inclined surface.
• Trail: Emphasizes the defined path.
• Descent: Emphasizes the act of going down it.

Related Phrases

• "Off-piste": Referring to skiing on unmarked, unprepared terrain outside the designated ski runs.
  • Skiing off-piste requires advanced skills and safety equipment.
• "Run out" (noun): The flatter area at the bottom of a ski run where skiers slow down and gather.
  • Meet me at the run out by the chairlift.

Noun

1. trail or slope prepared for skiing