speed skater
Definition
Noun: * A person who competes in the sport of speed skating, racing on ice skates around an oval track.
Usage
- The term "speed skater" specifically refers to an athlete in the competitive sport of speed skating. It is a compound noun formed from "speed" and "skater."
- It is used to identify a person's role or profession in sports.
Examples
- The speed skater broke the world record in the 1000-meter race.
- She trained for years to become an Olympic speed skater.
- Several speed skaters from different countries competed for the gold medal.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used in both singular and plural forms ("skater" / "skaters").
- It is often modified by adjectives describing nationality, skill level, or speciality (e.g., , , ).
Variants and Related Words
- Speed skating (n): The sport or activity itself.
- Speed skating is a popular winter sport.
- Figure skater (n): An ice-skater who performs choreographed routines, jumps, and spins, as opposed to racing.
Synonyms
- Racer (in the context of ice skating)
- Ice racer
Antonyms
- Figure skater
Noun
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an ice-skater who races competitively; usually around an oval course
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