surfing

noun

surf·​ing ˈsər-fiŋ How to pronounce surfing (audio)
: the sport of riding the surf especially on a surfboard

Examples of surfing in a Sentence

Her hobbies include diving and surfing.
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An Olympic freeride event will inherently face some of the same challenges as Olympic surfing events, namely that organizers and NBC can’t commit to the event being held on one specific day due to numerous factors like weather, safety and, in the case of freeriding, snowfall. Michelle Bruton, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025 Wellness offerings include yoga, hiking, and surfing lessons. Mariette Williams, AFAR Media, 7 Apr. 2025 Some local students have the privilege of competing for their high schools in sailing and surfing, water sports that could only be possible close to waterfront, beach or coastal environments. Richard Dunn, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2025 At its heart, North America’s first private Endless Surf wave basin promises a next-generation surfing experience, complemented by a wealth of luxury amenities designed for adventure-seekers and wellness enthusiasts alike. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for surfing

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of surfing was in 1926

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“Surfing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surfing. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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surfing

noun
surf·​ing ˈsər-fiŋ How to pronounce surfing (audio)
: the sport of riding the surf especially on a surfboard

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