Hula-Hoop

[ hoo-luh-hoop ]

Trademark.

1. a brand name for a tubular plastic hoop, about 4 feet (1.2 meters) in diameter, for rotating about the body by swinging the hips, used for physical exercise or in children's play: introduced in the 1950s.

Hula Hoop

noun

1. a light hoop that is whirled around the body by movements of the waist and hips

Example Sentences

A heavier hoop—and a larger hoop—takes longer to make a revolution around your waist, which makes them easier to “hoop” than a typical toy-store Hula-Hoop.

From National Geographic Kids

The group has been known to break out into hopscotch, Hula-Hoop, line dancing, jump rope and patty-cake, among other games.

From Los Angeles Times

There’s always Hula-Hoop girls out there, but they’re usually in biker shorts or a bikini.

From Los Angeles Times

A heavier hoop—and a larger hoop—takes longer to make a revolution around your waist, which makes them easier to “hoop” than a typical toy-store Hula-Hoop.

From National Geographic Kids

Naano doesn’t like bending to the ground anymore, which is why I can’t imagine her being a Hula-Hoop champ of any kind.

From Literature