Skiing . a downhill race over a winding and zigzag course marked by poles or gates. Compare giant slalom .

any winding or zigzag course marked by obstacles or barriers, as one in which automobiles are tested for maneuverability or drivers for reaction time.

Skiing . to ski in or as if in a slalom.

to move in a winding or zigzag fashion; weave.

to follow a course with many twists and turns.

of, for, or designating a zigzag course with obstacles, barriers, or the like

an excellent slalom skier.