Definition

A team sport played by visually impaired individuals where players throw a ball with bells into the opponent's goal.

Example

The goalball tournament was exciting, with teams from different countries competing for the championship.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a game of goalball?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it's really interesting.

It's a sport specifically for blind players, and it's quite intense!

That sounds amazing! I'd love to watch a goalball match someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Goalball is formed from "goal" (from Old English *gāl*, meaning a target or aim) and "ball" (from Old French *balle*, meaning a spherical object used in games). The word "goalball" refers to a sport where players aim to throw a ball into a goal.

Memory Tip

Think of aiming for a 'target' ('goal') with a 'spherical object' ('ball') — that's what goalball is all about.

Visually Confused Words