Definition

A type of ball used in the sport of netball, which is similar to basketball but has different rules and court layout.

Example

She passed the netball to her teammate during the game.

Conversation

Are you coming to watch the netball game this weekend?

Definitely! I love watching the team play.

I can't wait to see how they handle the new netball rules.

Me too! It should make the game even more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Netball is formed from "net" (from Middle English "net", meaning a mesh or fabric) and "ball" (from Old English "beall", meaning a spherical object used in games). The word "netball" refers to a game played with a ball that is thrown into a netted goal.

Memory Tip

Think of a game where players throw a "ball" into a "net" — that's how you remember that netball is a sport involving a net and a ball.

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