ball (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: /bɔːl/
Definition
A round or oval object used for playing games.
Examples
He kicked the ball high into the air.
The children threw the ball back and forth.
She caught the ball with one hand.
How to Use ball
- play ball (collocation)
- To engage in a game using a ball. — "The children love to play ball."
- kick a ball (collocation)
- To strike a ball with the foot. — "He can kick a ball very far."
- throw a ball (collocation)
- To propel a ball through the air with the hand and arm. — "Please throw a ball to me."
- catch a ball (collocation)
- To receive a ball that has been thrown or kicked. — "She can catch a ball easily."
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