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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

skates

/skɛɪts/ noun · British & US
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What does skates mean?

noun

A flat piece of wood, metal, or plastic on which a person stands for gliding on ice or on land, typically with wheels. Skates can also refer to a device that is attached to a person's foot to enable them to glide or slide on a surface.

Example

"She laced up her skates and hit the ice for a game of hockey."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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