korfball

English

/ˈkɔː(ɹ)fbɔːl/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) A non-contact unisex team sport originating from the Netherlands, similar to netball, where players attempt to throw a ball into a basket atop a pole.
  • (countable) The ball used in the sport of korfball.

Etymology

Borrowed from Dutch, Flemish korfbal com from English corf + English ball (testicle, round object).

Origin

English

ball

Gloss

testicle, round object

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