Definition

Noun: 1. A specific skiing turn: A telemark is a type of turn in skiing where the skier bends one knee deeply, placing that ski ahead of the other, and uses the inside edges of both skis to carve a smooth, curving path.

Usage

The word "telemark" is used specifically to describe this classic skiing technique. It is a technical term in the sport of skiing. * She executed a perfect telemark on the steep slope. * Learning the telemark turn requires good balance and flexibility.

Advanced Usage

• Telemark skiing: This is the compound term for the style of skiing that uses free-heel bindings and is characterized by the telemark turn.
  • He prefers telemark skiing to alpine skiing because of the greater freedom of movement.

Variants and Related Words

• Telemarker (noun): A skier who practices telemark skiing.
  • The mountain was popular with telemarkers seeking fresh powder.

Synonyms

• Knee-turn: (Informal, descriptive) A turn made by bending the knee, referring to the telemark's distinctive form.
• Free-heel turn: A turn made in the style of skiing where the heel is not fixed to the ski.

Different Meanings

• Telemark (as a proper noun): A county (Telemark) in Norway. This is a distinct, capitalized geographical name and is not related to the skiing technique.
  • They went hiking in Telemark, Norway.

Noun

1. a turn made in skiing; the outside ski is placed ahead and turned gradually inwards