noun
- a skiing technique involving a turn with skis parallel, typically used for stopping or changing direction
Usage: skiing
Examples
- The instructor taught us how to do christies on the intermediate slope.
- She executed perfect christies while descending the mountain.
- Learning christies is essential for advanced skiing techniques.
- The skier used christies to control his speed on the steep terrain.
- After mastering the snowplow, students progress to christies.