bowling (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈboʊlɪŋ/
Definition
A sport in which a heavy ball is rolled down a long, narrow track towards a group of ten pins, with the aim of knocking them over.
Examples
We went bowling last Friday night with some friends.
She's been practicing her bowling technique for weeks.
The bowling alley was noisy and crowded.
How to Use bowling
- go bowling (collocation)
- To participate in the sport of bowling as a recreational activity. — "We decided to go bowling after dinner."
- bowl over (phrasal verb)
- To surprise or impress someone greatly. — "Her talent for singing will bowl you over."
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