Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
basketball
Noun
/ˈbaskətˌbɔl/
Definition
A game played between two teams, typically of five players each, where the objective is to score points by throwing a ball through the opposing team’s hoop.
Examples
- He plays basketball every Saturday at the local gym.
- Basketball is a popular sport in many countries.
- She practiced her shooting skills to improve her basketball game.
Meaning
Basketball is both a sport and a recreational activity that involves skill and strategy, where players work together to outscore each other.
Synonyms
- hoops
- roundball
- court game
