handball
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🇺🇸
/ˈhændˌbɔl/
🇬🇧
/ˈhændˌbɔːl/
game with hands
Etymology
Etymology Information
'handball' originates from English, combining 'hand' and 'ball', where 'hand' refers to the part of the body used to play the game and 'ball' refers to the object used in the game.
Historical Evolution
'handball' has remained largely unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a game played with a ball using hands', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a team sport where players use their hands to hit a small ball against a wall.
Handball is a popular sport in many European countries.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 18:33