Skateboarder: meaning, definitions and examples
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skateboarder
[ ˈskeɪtˌbɔːrdər ]
extreme sports
A person who rides on a skateboard, performing tricks and stunts.
Synonyms
boarding enthusiast, skater
Examples of usage
- He's a talented skateboarder and can do amazing tricks.
- The skateboarder landed a perfect kickflip.
sports competitions
An athlete who competes in skateboarding events, showcasing their skill and creativity.
Synonyms
skateboard athlete, skateboarding competitor
Examples of usage
- The young skateboarder won the national championship.
- She is a professional skateboarder sponsored by a major brand.
Translations
Translations of the word "skateboarder" in other languages:
🇵🇹 skatista
🇮🇳 स्केटबोर्डर
🇩🇪 Skateboarder
🇮🇩 pemain skateboard
🇺🇦 скейтбордист
🇵🇱 skateboardzista
🇯🇵 スケートボーダー
🇫🇷 skateur
🇪🇸 skateboarder
🇹🇷 kaykaycı
🇰🇷 스케이트보더
🇸🇦 متزلج على اللوح
🇨🇿 skejťák
🇸🇰 skejťák
🇨🇳 滑板手
🇸🇮 rolkar
🇮🇸 hjólabrettamaður
🇰🇿 скейтбордист
🇬🇪 სკეიტბორდისტი
🇦🇿 skateboardçu
🇲🇽 patinador
Word origin
The term 'skateboarder' originated in the 1960s during the rise of skateboarding as a popular recreational activity. Initially, skateboarding was seen as a simple pastime, but with the evolution of tricks and maneuvers, skateboarders began to be recognized as athletes and artists. Today, skateboarding has become a global phenomenon with professional skateboarders gaining recognition for their skills and contributions to the sport.