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Football Definition & Meaning

football
noun
  1. any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal
  2. the inflated oblong ball used in playing American football

"Football" in song lyrics

See how football is used in real songs:

  • "Man what's the spread if you talkin bout that football"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — These Clowns
  • "Loungin is my hobby like Bo Jackson's is football"
    Breeze — Loungin'
  • "Hormones going crazy like the fans at the football"
    The Brothahood — Friend or Foe

Usage tips for "football"

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Frequently asked questions

What does football mean?
any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal the inflated oblong ball used in playing American football
What part of speech is football?
Football is a noun.
How many definitions does football have?
Football has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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