Tobogganing: meaning, definitions and examples

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tobogganing

 

[ təˈbɒɡənɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

winter sport

Tobogganing is a recreational activity that involves sliding down snow-covered hills on a toboggan, which is a type of sled made from wood or plastic. It is popular during winter months and is often enjoyed by families and groups. Participants of all ages engage in this fun and exhilarating sport, which can be done on designated slopes or at special tobogganing parks. Tobogganing can be a casual pastime or a competitive activity, depending on the context.

Synonyms

sledding, sleighing, sliding

Examples of usage

  • We spent the afternoon tobogganing at the local hill.
  • Tobogganing is a favorite winter activity for kids.
  • Every year, our family goes to the mountains for tobogganing.
  • The tobogganing competition attracted many participants.

Translations

Translations of the word "tobogganing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tobogã

🇮🇳 टुबोगनिंग

🇩🇪 Schlittenfahren

🇮🇩 tobogganing

🇺🇦 тобоганінг

🇵🇱 zjeżdżanie na sankach

🇯🇵 トボガン

🇫🇷 tobogganing

🇪🇸 tobogganing

🇹🇷 tobogganing

🇰🇷 토박가닝

🇸🇦 الزلاجات

🇨🇿 sáňkování

🇸🇰 sáňkovanie

🇨🇳 雪橇滑行

🇸🇮 sanjkanje

🇮🇸 snjóbretti

🇰🇿 тюбинг

🇬🇪 ტობოგანინგი

🇦🇿 tobogganing

🇲🇽 tobogganing

Word origin

The term 'toboggan' has its origins in the early 19th century, borrowed from the Canadian French word 'toboggan,' which itself is derived from the Algonquin word 'tabaganne'. The Algonquin people were Indigenous North Americans who utilized this type of sled for transportation purposes across snowy landscapes. Originally made of wood and designed to carry heavier loads, the toboggan has evolved over time into a recreational device enjoyed by many. By the mid-20th century, tobogganing had transitioned into a popular winter sport, particularly in areas with significant snowfall. The sport has become synonymous with family outings and winter fun, fostering an enduring love for snow activities.