"Ezra's skills are on display when he skis on the schuss."
"While a schuss is exciting for experienced skiers, beginners are advised to steer clear."
"After the lesson on schussing, I was much more confident on the mountain."
German, 1930s
"Schuss" belongs to a category of words specific to the sport of skiing. It comes from German, where it means "shot," and on the mountain, it refers to a straight downhill run on skis. If you're going on a ski trip for socializing, remember the term "après-ski" — that's the drinks and entertainment after a day on the slopes. ...
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