ˈfʊtbɔːl

Definitions

1. noun

A sport played between two teams of 11 players using an oval-shaped ball with the objective of scoring points by carrying or kicking the ball into the end zone of the opponent’s field.

“The quarterback threw a touchdown pass in the football game.”

2. noun

The ball used in this sport.

“The football bounced off the ground after being kicked by the player.”

3. noun

A game or sport similar to this, played with an oval-shaped ball.

“Rugby is a form of football played with a similar ball and rules.”

4. verb

To kick a ball in a particular way, especially to score a goal.

“The player footballed the ball into the goal, scoring a point for his team.”

5. verb

To play a game of football.

“The team will football next weekend.”