skateˈboard noun

A narrow board made of wood, fibreglass, etc, mounted on small wheels, on which the user balances and rides, usu in a standing position

To ride on a skateboard

skateˈboarder noun

skateˈboarding noun

skateˈpark noun

An area set aside for skateboarding, usu including specially designed ramps, obstacles, etc

skating rink noun

get one's skates on (informal)

To hurry

skate around or round (figurative)

To avoid discussing or answering directly

skate on thin ice see under ice

skate over (figurative)

To hurry over lightly