Definition

A team sport played on ice or a field, where players use sticks to hit a puck or ball into the opposing team's goal.

Example

The local team won the championship in ice hockey this year.

Conversation

Are you excited for the hockey game this weekend?

Absolutely! I love watching live hockey matches.

Me too! Do you prefer field or ice hockey?

I prefer ice hockey — the speed and action are just amazing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hockey originates from the Middle French word *hoquet*, meaning a shepherd's stick or a hook. The term evolved to refer to the game played with a curved stick and a ball or puck.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hook' ('hoquet') used by shepherds, which helps you remember that hockey involves using a stick to control a puck or ball.

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