Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

NBA

Acronym
/ˈɛn bi ˈeɪ/
Definition
The National Basketball Association, a professional basketball league in North America.
Examples
  • The NBA was founded in 1946 as the Basketball Association of America.
  • Many of the greatest basketball players in history have played in the NBA.
  • The NBA Finals is the championship series of the league.
Meaning
The NBA is a major professional sports league composed of teams from the United States and Canada, known for its high level of competition.
Synonyms
  • None – NBA is a specific organization.