Lacrosse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ləˈkɹɒs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lacrosse is a noun meaning (sports) A sport played on a field between two opposing teams using sticks (crosses) and a ball, whereby one team defeats the other by scoring more goals within the allotted time.
Meaning
(sports) A sport played on a field between two opposing teams using sticks (crosses) and a ball, whereby one team defeats the other by scoring more goals within the allotted time.
Example Sentences
The great invasion games of basketball, field and ice hockey, lacrosse and the varied football codes seem to provide an immense attraction for all ages, and billions of people around the world play and watch these sports.
After the accuser proved unable to identify her assailants during two photo lineups, Nifong told the police to give her a third chance, showing her pictures only of the 46 white lacrosse players without any pictures of “fillers,” or nonsuspects.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crosse, gun, grip, crook, butt, stick.
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