Definition & Meaning of "skateboard"in English

Skateboard

NOUN

a small board with two sets of wheels we stand on to move around by pushing one foot down

Grammatical Information

animacy status

inanimate

Composition

Compound

countable

plural form

skateboards

What is a "skateboard"?

A skateboard is a small board with four wheels, used for riding, tricks, and transportation. It is typically made of wood or plastic and has a flat surface with a set of metal components attached to the wheels. Skateboards are ridden by standing on the board and using one foot to push off the ground while balancing on the other foot. Skateboarders can perform various tricks, such as jumps, flips, and slides, often in skate parks or on streets.

Examples

He enjoys riding his skateboard around the neighborhood, doing tricks and jumps at the local skate park.

to skateboard

VERB

ride on a flat board with rollers attached to the bottom