"sphereing" meaning in All languages combined

See sphereing on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From sphere + -ing. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|sphere|ing}} sphere + -ing Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} sphereing (uncountable)
  1. The practice of humans traveling in a sphere, generally made of transparent plastic, usually for fun. Tags: uncountable Synonyms: zorbing, sphering
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