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Alpine Skiing

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Alpine Skiing

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Definition: Alpine skiing is skiing downhill on a mountain. Alpine skiing disciplines include recreational skiing, downhill racing, freestyle, and slalom ski racing.
Also Known As: downhill skiing, snow skiing
Examples:
John is both a cross country skier and an alpine skier.
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