wallball
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B1
/ˈwɔːlˌbɔːl/
ball game against a wall
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wallball' originates from the combination of 'wall' and 'ball', where 'wall' refers to a vertical structure and 'ball' refers to a spherical object used in games.
Historical Evolution
'wallball' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception as a recreational activity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a simple playground game, but it has also come to include a form of exercise involving a weighted ball.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a game played by bouncing a ball against a wall, often in a schoolyard or recreational setting.
The children played wallball during recess.
Synonyms
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