Basketball Definition & Meaning
basketball
- noun
- a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop
- an inflated ball used in playing basketball
"Basketball" in song lyrics
See how basketball is used in real songs:
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"Man I sport leather like a NBA basketball"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Y-U-Smilin' -
"Shoot three at you and push the rock like this was basketball"
Army of the Pharaohs — The Ultimatum -
"Africans on the court playing basketball"
Bless 1 — We
Words that rhyme with basketball
Usage tips for "basketball"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "basketball" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for basketball to find words that pair well.
Use "basketball" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does basketball mean?
- a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop an inflated ball used in playing basketball
- What part of speech is basketball?
- Basketball is a noun.
- How many definitions does basketball have?
- Basketball has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).