skater

Definition

Someone who lives and breathes skateboarding as a lifestyle and subculture—valuing friendship, persistence, and the thrill of landing tricks over societal approval. Skaters form tight-knit communities bound by passion rather than popularity.

Example Usage

He's been a skater since middle school; it's not just what he does, it's who he is.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=skater&defid=2690979)

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