telemark

[ tel-uh-mahrk ]

/ ˈtɛl əˌmɑrk /

a turn in which a skier places one ski far forward of the other and gradually angles the tip of the forward ski inward in the direction to be turned.

Origin of telemark

First recorded in 1905–10; named after Telemark, a Norwegian county

Then they would all drink to the health of Hulda and Joel, who were so well known throughout the Telemark.

Ticket No. "9672" |Jules Verne
As you feel the ground, but not before, drop smartly into Telemark position, with the weight well forward.

How To Ski and How Not To |Vivian Caulfeild
Nor will the tourist have any opportunity to use or abuse the pretentious bank-note in the Telemark.

Ticket No. "9672" |Jules Verne
If, however, there are any undulations—however small—you had better run down a steep slope in the Telemark position.

How To Ski and How Not To |Vivian Caulfeild

In deep loose snow make all your turns, whether downhill or uphill, by means of the Telemark swing.

How To Ski and How Not To |Vivian Caulfeild

telemark

/ (ˈtɛlɪˌmɑːk) /

skiing a turn in which one ski is placed far forward of the other and turned gradually inwards

a step in ballroom dancing involving a heel pivot

C20: named after Telemark, county in Norway