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Basic Nouns - Sports

Here you will learn some English nouns related to sports such as "golf", "badminton", and "surfing".

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soccer
soccer
[noun]

a type of sport where two teams, with eleven players each, try to kick a ball into a specific area to win points

Ex: We cheer loudly for our favorite soccer team during the match .
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basketball

a type of sport where two teams, with often five players each, try to throw a ball through a net that is hanging from a ring and gain points

Ex: The players practiced their basketball skills for the upcoming tournament .
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tennis
tennis
[noun]

a sport in which two or four players use rackets to hit a small ball backward and forward over a net

Ex: They play tennis as a way to stay active and fit .
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golf
golf
[noun]

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Ex: They are planning a charity golf event next month .
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baseball
baseball
[noun]

a game played with a bat and ball by two teams of 9 players who try to hit the ball and then run around four bases before the other team can return the ball

Ex: Watching a live baseball game is always exciting.
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football
football
[noun]

a sport, played by two teams of eleven players who try to score by carrying or kicking an oval ball into the other team's end zone or through their goalpost

Ex: Tim loves playing football with his friends on Sundays .
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rugby
rugby
[noun]

a game played by two teams of thirteen or fifteen players, who kick or carry an oval ball over the other team’s line to score points

Ex: We are watching a rugby match on TV tonight .
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cricket
cricket
[noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to get points by hitting the ball with a wooden bat and running between two sets of vertical wooden sticks

Ex: We need a new cricket bat for the next season.
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volleyball

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

Ex: We cheer loudly for our school 's volleyball team during their matches .
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badminton
badminton
[noun]

a sport played by two or four players who hit a lightweight object called a shuttle back and forth over a tall net using rackets

Ex: Badminton is a popular recreational activity in many countries.
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table tennis

a game played on a table by two or four players who bounce a small ball on the table over a net using special rackets

Ex: Table tennis is a great way to spend time with friends .
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hockey
hockey
[noun]

a game played on ice by two teams of six skaters who try to hit a hard rubber disc into the other team's goal, using long sticks

Ex: They lost their hockey game, but they'll try again next time.
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cycling
cycling
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: Many people find cycling to be a fun way to socialize while exercising with friends .
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wrestling
wrestling
[noun]

a sport in which two players hold each other while trying to throw or force the other one to the ground

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boxing
boxing
[noun]

a sport in which fighters wear special gloves and use only their fists to hit each other

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martial arts

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

Ex: Martial arts tournaments attract competitors from around the world to showcase their skills and techniques .
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gymnastics

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

Ex: After watching the Olympic gymnastics events , she was inspired to enroll in a local gymnastics club .
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softball
softball
[noun]

a game similar to baseball but on a smaller field in which players use a larger and softer ball

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field hockey

a game similar to hockey, played by two teams of eleven players on a field or grass, using sticks and a ball

Ex: The field hockey match will take place on Saturday .
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track and field

a sport that involves various athletic events, including running, jumping, and throwing competitions, that are held on a running track

Ex: The school’s track and field team won several medals at the state championships.
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skiing
skiing
[noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: The ski resort offers a variety of amenities and activities for guests , including skiing, snowboarding , and tubing .
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snowboarding

a winter sport or activity in which the participant stands on a board and glides over snow, typically on a mountainside

Ex: He watched a snowboarding video to improve his technique.
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archery
archery
[noun]

a martial art and sport that is practiced using arrows and bows

Ex: The camp offers archery lessons for beginners .
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rowing
rowing
[noun]

a sport in which a boat is propelled through water using long poles called oars

Ex: After a few lessons in rowing, he became quite skilled .
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surfing
surfing
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a surfboard to move on waves

Ex: The waves were perfect for surfing that afternoon.
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snooker
snooker
[noun]

a variation of pool played on a special green table with 1 white ball, 15 red balls, and 6 balls of other colors

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horseback riding

the activity or sport of riding on a horse

Ex: She bought boots specifically for horseback riding.
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fencing
fencing
[noun]

a martial art in which two people fight using long and thin swords

Ex: The school offers fencing as an extracurricular activity for students interested in the sport .
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weightlifting

a sport where participants lift heavy weights in predefined movements or exercises

Ex: Weightlifting requires both physical strength and precise technique to excel .
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roller skating

the sport or activity of moving around quickly on skates

Ex: They practiced roller skating tricks in the parking lot .
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skateboarding

the sport or activity of riding a skateboard

Ex: Skateboarding involves riding a board with wheels attached, performing various tricks and maneuvers.
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climbing
climbing
[noun]

the activity or sport of going upwards toward the top of a mountain or rock

Ex: Safety is very important in climbing.
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squash
squash
[noun]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

Ex: The objective of squash is to hit the ball against the front wall in a way that makes it difficult for the opponent to return .
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racquetball

a game for two or four people who play with a hollow rubber ball and special rackets on a court with four walls

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handball
handball
[noun]

an indoor game for two teams of players each trying to throw a ball with their hands to the opponent's goal

Ex: She has been practicing handball for several years .
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water polo

a team sport played in water, combining elements of swimming and soccer

Ex: After watching a few games , I started to appreciate how tough water polo really is .
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judo
judo
[noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: She has won multiple gold medals in international judo competitions .
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karate
karate
[noun]

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Ex: The karate competition was intense, with skilled fighters from all over.
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taekwondo
taekwondo
[noun]

a Korean martial art characterized by its emphasis on high kicks and jumping and spinning kicks

Ex: I signed up for taekwondo classes to improve my fitness and learn self-defense .
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diving
diving
[noun]

‌the activity or sport of jumping into water from a diving board, with the head and arms first

Ex: The athlete excelled in the diving event.
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ice skating

the sport or activity of moving on ice with ice skates

Ex: Ice skating is a tradition in their family , with generations of relatives gathering to skate on frozen ponds and lakes .
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windsurfing

the activity or sport of sailing on water by standing on a special board with a sail attached to it

Ex: Many people enjoy windsurfing as a way to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the ocean.
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scuba diving

the act or sport of swimming underwater, using special equipment such as an oxygen tank, etc.

Ex: The guide explained the safety rules for scuba diving.
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skydiving
skydiving
[noun]

the activity or sport in which individuals jump from a flying aircraft and do special moves while falling before opening their parachute at a specified distance to land on the ground

Ex: Whether pursued as a one-time adventure or a lifelong passion , skydiving often leaves a lasting impression and unforgettable memories for those who dare to take the leap .
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pole vault

a track and field event in which an athlete uses a long, flexible pole to jump over a bar

Ex: The pole vault is one of the most exciting events to watch in track and field .
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parkour
parkour
[noun]

the sport or activity of moving through an area, particularly an urban area, by running, jumping, and climbing over, under, or around different obstacles

Ex: Videos showcasing skilled parkour athletes performing impressive stunts often go viral on social media platforms .
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bowling
bowling
[noun]

a sport or game in which a player rolls a ball down a lane with the aim of knocking over as many pins as possible at the other end of the lane

Ex: He learned how to spin the ball while bowling.
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jogging
jogging
[noun]

the sport or activity of running at a slow and steady pace

Ex: There's a group in my neighborhood that meets for jogging every Saturday.
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rock climbing

a type of sport in which a person climbs rock surfaces that are very steep

Ex: The group joined a rock climbing class for beginners .
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car racing

a sport where drivers compete to drive their cars the fastest around a track

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