Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rugger
Noun
/ˈrʌɡə/
Definition
A colloquial term for rugby, a sport played with an oval ball on a rectangular field.
Examples
- Many students enjoy playing rugger on the weekends.
- The local rugger team has won several championships.
- He has been a fan of rugger since childhood.
Meaning
Rugger refers to the game of rugby, which is a team sport in which players aim to carry or kick the ball to score points by touching it down in the opponent’s end zone.
Synonyms
- Rugby
- Rugby football
