Definition

The activity of riding a snowmobile, often for fun or sport, especially in snowy areas.

Example

We went snowmobiling in the mountains last weekend and had a great time.

Conversation

Have you ever tried snowmobiling during winter vacations?

No, but it sounds like a lot of fun!

It really is! You should join me next time for some snowmobiling adventures.

I’d love that! It would be an awesome experience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snowmobiling → It is formed from "snow" (from Old English *snāw*, meaning frozen precipitation) and "mobiling" (derived from "mobile" from Latin *mobilis*, meaning movable, combined with the gerund suffix "-ing"). The word describes the activity of moving on a snowmobile, which is a movable vehicle designed for traveling over snow.

Memory Tip

Think of 'snow' as the frozen precipitation and 'mobiling' as moving around — snowmobiling is all about moving over snow.

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