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Volleyball - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Volleyball is a team sport where two teams of six players each hit a ball over a net, trying to ground it on the opponent’s side while preventing it from touching their own.

volleyball

/ˈvɑliˌbɔl/ /ˈvɒlibɔːl/

Definition:

A team sport where players hit a ball over a net without letting it touch the ground.

Synonyms:

beach volleyball, indoor volleyball, court volleyball

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

inactivity, individual sport

Common Collocations:

play volleyball, volleyball team, volleyball match, volleyball court, volleyball player

Derivatives:

volley, volleyer

Usage Tips:

Use "volleyball" as a noun to refer to the sport or the ball itself; avoid using it as a verb.

Common Phrases:

spike the ball, set the ball, serve the ball

Etymology:

Derived from "volley" (mid-air hit) + "ball," originating in late 19th-century America as a hybrid sport.

Examples:

  • 1. She loves playing volleyball at the beach every weekend.
  • 2. The volleyball match lasted three intense sets.
  • 3. They practice volleyball drills every afternoon after school.
  • 4. He spiked the volleyball over the net for a point.

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