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| ATV |
abbreviation of "all-terrain vehicle," a small motor vehicle, usu. with three or four wheels, that is designed for use on various types of terrain. |
| bicycle motocross |
a sport in which bicycles designed for rough terrain are raced on such terrain, or used in the performance of athletic feats such as jumps, spins, and flips. |
| BMX |
abbreviation of "bicycle motocross," a sport in which bicycles designed for rough terrain are raced on such terrain, or used in the performance of athletic feats such as jumps, spins, and flips. [1/2 definitions] |
| cross-country skiing |
the sport of skiing over fields or through woods where the terrain is relatively flat and using somewhat narrow skis that are not attached to the back of the ski boot, making it possible for skiers to lift their heels as they stride forward. |
| flatland |
(often pl.) fairly flat terrain such as a valley or plains, as opposed to hilly or mountainous terrain. |
| hike |
to take a long walk in a natural area, esp. over rugged terrain, as for enjoyment, exercise, or training. [2/6 definitions] |
| jeep |
a small motor vehicle usu. equipped with four-wheel drive and suited to use in rugged terrain, originally developed for military use and later adapted for civilian use. [1/2 definitions] |
| kettle |
a rounded depression in terrain that had once been covered by glaciers. [1/3 definitions] |
| motocross |
a cross-country race for lightweight motorcycles over rough terrain. |
| mountain bike |
a bicycle made for riding on rugged, uphill terrain. |
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