Definition of "piste" [piste]

• A ski trail densely packed with snow. (noun)
• An unpaved trail or path, especially in mountainous terrain. (noun)

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• "As you would hope, though, going off piste is rewarded by treasure and money."
• "At the top of the piste is a sign which reads "tres difficile"."
• "But there's also direct access from the village to over 250km of piste, meaning parents can ski to their hearts 'content and still be back to meet the kids at lunchtime."