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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Underwater Rugby

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: Her strength of character helped her overcome many challenges in life. 
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dimension
dimension
[noun]

a measure of the height, length, or width of an object in a certain direction

Ex: The architect carefully considered every dimension of the building to ensure it fit seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. 
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different
different
[Adjective]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

Ex: He had a different perspective on the movie. 
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underwater rugby

a water sport in which players compete underwater to score goals with a buoyant ball

Ex: The sport of underwater rugby requires strong swimming skills. 
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: The fun day at the amusement park was filled with laughter and excitement. 
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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Germany
Germany
[noun]

a country located in central Europe, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and thriving economy

Ex: Oktoberfest is a famous festival celebrated in Germany. 
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to invent
to invent
[Verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb, revolutionizing illumination. 
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game
game
[noun]

a competitive activity or sport in which players or teams compete against each other according to specific rules

Ex: My favorite game to play is chess because it requires strategy. 
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diver
diver
[noun]

someone who jumps into a body of water as a sport

Ex: The diver executed a flawless somersault before entering the water. 
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swimming pool

a specially designed structure that holds water for people to swim in

Ex: The hotel had a large swimming pool where guests could relax and swim. 
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: The basketball team practiced diligently to enhance their coordination and strategy. 
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player
player
[noun]

someone who engages in a type of game or sport, either as their job or hobby

Ex: Each player in cricket has a unique position in the field. 
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meter
meter
[noun]

the basic unit of measuring length that is equal to 100 centimeters

Ex: The length of the room is 5 meters. 
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goal
goal
[noun]

the target area or structure in a game where players aim to send a ball, puck, or similar object to score points

Ex: The goal in ice hockey is guarded by the goalie. 
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ball
ball
[noun]

a round object that is used in games and sports, such as soccer, basketball, bowling, etc.

Ex: I hit the ball with a golf club, sending it flying towards the hole. 
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basket
basket
[noun]

the net attached to a ring in which basketball players try to throw the ball

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bottom
bottom
[noun]

the lowest part or point of something

Ex: He's waiting at the bottom of the stairs, ready to greet everyone as they arrive. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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saltwater
saltwater
[noun]

water containing salts

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to sink
to sink
[Verb]

to go under below the surface of a particular substance such as water, sand, tar, mud, etc.

Ex: The heavy rock sank quickly to the bottom of the lake, disappearing beneath the surface with a muted splash. 
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slowly
slowly
[Adverb]

at a pace that is not fast

Ex: The turtle moved slowly across the road.  Examples: 
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to pass
to pass
[Verb]

to give the ball to a teammate by kicking, throwing, etc.

Ex: He passed the ball to Sterling. 
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to score
to score
[Verb]

to gain a point, goal, etc. in a game, competition, or sport

Ex: He scored a goal in the final minute. 
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to swim
to swim
[Verb]

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

Ex: My sister swims every morning before breakfast. 
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to dive
to dive
[Verb]

to jump into water, usually hands and head first

Ex: He is going to dive into the sea from the boat. 
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to tackle
to tackle
[Verb]

to try to take the ball from the players of the other team, usually by forcing them down, in sports such as American football or rugby

Ex: The linebacker tackled the quarterback before he could make the pass. 
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: He had a fast response to emergency situations. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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gear
gear
[noun]

a collection of equipment or tools required for a specific activity, operation, or sport

Ex: The hikers packed all the necessary gear for their mountain expedition. 
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mask
mask
[noun]

a covering worn on the face to hide identity or appearance

Ex: She wore a mask to the masquerade ball. 
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to snorkel

to swim under water with a hollow tube called snorkel through which one can breathe

Ex: We decided to snorkel along the coral reef to observe the underwater wildlife. 
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to breathe

to take air into one's lungs and let it out again

Ex: She breathes deeply to calm her nerves before the presentation. 
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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: A majority of Democrats believe that such regulations protect the public. 
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referee
referee
[noun]

an official who is in charge of a game, making sure the rules are obeyed by the players

Ex: The referee blew the whistle to signal the end of the match, much to the relief of the exhausted players. 
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competition

an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The annual chess competition draws players from around the world. 
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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: Canada is a vast country known for its stunning landscapes and friendly people. 
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world championship

the international competitions where athletes or teams from various countries compete to determine the best in their sport

Ex: He won gold at the world championships. 
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skilled
skilled
[Adjective]

having the necessary experience or knowledge to perform well in a particular field

Ex: She is a skilled carpenter, able to build intricate furniture with precision. 
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talent
talent
[noun]

an ability that a person naturally has in doing something well

Ex: His talent for playing the piano was evident from a young age. 
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to win
to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: Our team won the championship after a hard-fought season. 
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: Doctors often recommend regular exercise and a healthy diet to stay fit and prevent illness. 
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