Snowmobile: meaning, definitions and examples
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snowmobile
[ ˈsnōˌmōbəl ]
vehicle, winter
A snowmobile is a winter vehicle designed for travel on snow and ice. It is powered by an engine and has a track and skis for movement. Snowmobiles are commonly used for recreation, sport, and sometimes for transportation in snowy regions.
Synonyms
sled, snow machine, winter vehicle.
Examples of usage
- We took the snowmobile out for a thrilling ride in the mountains.
- The snowmobile zipped across the frozen lake.
- He enjoys racing snowmobiles on weekends.
- Many tourists rent snowmobiles to explore the snowy landscapes.
- The snowmobile was the best way to reach the remote cabin.
Translations
Translations of the word "snowmobile" in other languages:
🇵🇹 moto de neve
🇮🇳 बर्फ़ स्कूटर
🇩🇪 Schneemobil
🇮🇩 mobil salju
🇺🇦 снігохід
🇵🇱 skuter śnieżny
🇯🇵 スノーモービル
🇫🇷 motoneige
🇪🇸 moto de nieve
🇹🇷 kar motosikleti
🇰🇷 눈썰매
🇸🇦 دراجة الثلج
🇨🇿 sněžný skútr
🇸🇰 snežný skútrom
🇨🇳 雪地摩托车
🇸🇮 snežni skuter
🇮🇸 snjósleði
🇰🇿 қар мотоциклі
🇬🇪 თოვლის სკუტერი
🇦🇿 qar motosikleti
🇲🇽 moto de nieve
Etymology
The term 'snowmobile' emerged in the mid-20th century as technology for winter transportation advanced. The word combines 'snow,' referring to the vehicle's operational environment, and 'mobile,' indicating its ability to move. Snowmobiles were developed from earlier sleds and motorized contraptions, with the first designs appearing in the 1920s and 1930s. Early models were primarily used for utility purposes, such as farming and transportation in snowy areas. The recreational use of snowmobiles surged in the 1960s and 1970s, leading to the creation of a thriving industry and culture around this winter sport. Today, snowmobiles are recognized for their speed and versatility, and they have become a staple in winter tourism.