Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contact-sport
noun
/ˈkɒntækt spɔːrt/
Definition
A sport in which players physically interact with one another, often involving tackling, blocking, or other forms of physical engagement.
Examples
- Football is a well-known contact sport that involves a lot of physical plays.
- Rugby is another popular contact sport, where players often tackle each other to gain possession of the ball.
- Boxing is considered a contact sport because of the direct physical confrontations between two fighters.
Meaning
Contact sports are characterized by the physical challenges and interactions between competitors, requiring skill and strategy, alongside an acceptance of physicality.
Synonyms
- Physical sport
- Tackle sport
- Combat sport
