Lacrosse

/ləˈkrɔs/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A team sport played with a small rubber ball and a long-handled stick called a crosse, where players attempt to score by throwing the ball into the opposing team's goal.
Lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States.
The stick used in the sport of lacrosse.
He proudly displayed his new lacrosse, which was designed for better handling.
The game of lacrosse as a whole, including its various forms and levels of play.
She has played lacrosse at both the high school and college levels.

Etymology

From the French word 'la crosse', meaning 'the stick', referring to the curved stick used in the game.

Common Phrases and Expressions

play lacrosse
To participate in the sport of lacrosse.
lacrosse stick
The stick used to catch, carry, and throw the ball in lacrosse.

Related Words

goal
The target area for scoring in lacrosse.
defense
The players or strategies focused on preventing the opposing team from scoring.

Slang Meanings

Laxy
He's feeling a bit laxy after the playoffs.
Lax bro
They are a bunch of lax bros always hanging out.