Definition

A person who participates in skysurfing, which is a sport that combines skydiving and surfing on a board while free-falling.

Example

The skysurfer performed amazing tricks as he glided through the air.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a skysurfer in action?

No, I haven't! What is it like?

It's amazing! They glide on the board while free-falling through the sky.

Wow, that sounds exhilarating! I would love to try it someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Skysurfer is formed from "sky" (from Old Norse *ský*, meaning cloud or sky) and "surfer" (from the verb "surf", which is of uncertain origin but relates to riding on waves). The word describes someone who rides or glides through the sky, similar to how a surfer rides on water waves.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone gliding through the 'clouds' ('sky') just like a surfer rides the waves on water. This helps you remember that a skysurfer is someone who rides in the sky.

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