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