Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bowling

noun
/ˈboʊlɪŋ/
Definition
A game in which a player rolls a heavy ball down a lane to knock down pins
Examples
  • Bowling is a popular activity for families on weekends.
  • She scored a strike during the bowling tournament.
  • We often go bowling for fun on Friday nights.
Meaning
The action of rolling a ball towards a target (usually pins) in order to score points.
Synonyms
  • Tenpin bowling
  • Crown green bowling
  • Bowls
  • Petanque