camogie
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B2
🇺🇸
/kəˈmoʊɡi/
🇬🇧
/kəˈməʊɡi/
women's hurling
Etymology
Etymology Information
'camogie' originates from Irish, specifically the word 'camógaíocht', where 'camóg' meant 'small stick'.
Historical Evolution
'camógaíocht' transformed into the modern English word 'camogie'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a game played with a small stick', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an Irish team sport played by women'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an Irish team sport played by women, similar to hurling, using a small ball and a curved stick.
She has been playing camogie since she was 10 years old.
Synonyms
hurling (female version)
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41