Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lacrosse
noun
/ləˈkrɒs/
Definition
A team sport in which players use sticks with nets on the end to catch, carry, and pass a small ball, with the goal of scoring by shooting it into the opposing team’s goal.
Examples
- The team practiced for weeks to prepare for the lacrosse championship.
- He started playing lacrosse in high school and quickly fell in love with the game.
Meaning
Lacrosse is a fast-paced sport that combines elements of basketball, soccer, and hockey, and is played on a field or indoors.
Synonyms
- N/A – lacrosse is a unique sport without direct synonyms.
