Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tetherball

noun

/ˈtɛðərˌbɔl/

Definition

A game played by two players who hit a ball attached to a pole with the aim of wrapping the ball and its attached rope completely around the pole in one direction before the opponent can do the same in the opposite direction.

Examples

After school, the kids enjoyed a fast-paced game of tetherball in the playground.
During summer camp, we spent hours playing tetherball.
The tetherball was old and worn out, but the children loved playing with it.

Meaning

Tetherball is a sport that combines elements of agility and strategy, requiring players to outmaneuver each other to score points by hitting the ball.