/sled"ing/ , n.
1. the state of the ground permitting use of a sled: The mountain roads offer good sledding.
2. the going, or kind of travel, for sleds, as determined by ground and weather conditions.
3. a going, progress, or advance in any field: The job won't be easy sledding.
4. the act of conveying or riding on a sled.
[ 1675-85, Amer.; SLED + -ING 1 ]