figure skating
figure skating
Definition
figure skating
noun
ice skating with emphasis, esp. formerly, on the tracing of elaborate figures on the ice by the performer and, now, on athletic leaps and spins, displays of agility, etc.
figure skater noun
figure skating
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- champion: The former British figure skating champion will travel to Florida to start rehearsals for the show later this year.
- competition: Today also saw the start of the figure skating competition.
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