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    Handball

    /ˈhændˌbɔːl/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A team sport in which players use their hands to hit a ball against a wall or to throw it into a goal, typically played indoors.
    The school's handball team won the championship this year.
    A small rubber ball used in the game of handball.
    He bought a new handball to practice his skills.

    Etymology

    The term handball is derived from the combination of 'hand' and 'ball', denoting a ball game that is played primarily using the hands.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    handball court:
    An area where handball is played, marked with lines for gameplay.
    handball tournament:
    A competition featuring multiple teams competing in handball matches.
    handball player:
    An athlete who plays handball.

    Related Words

    goal
    The target structure where players aim to score points in handball.
    referee
    The official who oversees the game and ensures the rules are followed.
    court
    The playing area for handball, typically enclosed with walls.

    Slang Meanings

    Throwing the ball using a single handforcefully.
    He handballed that shot straight into the goal.
    Playing handball casually without strict rules.
    We just handballed for fun at the beach.