Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
soccer
noun
/ˈsɒkə/
Definition
A game played by two teams of eleven players with a round ball that may not be touched with the hands or arms during play, except by the goalkeepers.
Examples
- Soccer is played in many countries around the world.
- She joined the school soccer team to improve her skills.
- The World Cup is the most prestigious soccer tournament globally.
Meaning
Soccer is a popular team sport in which players aim to score goals by getting a ball into the opposing team’s net.
Synonyms
- football (in many countries outside North America)
- kickball
- association football
