racquetball

[ rak-it-bawl ]

noun

1. a game similar to handball, played on a four-walled court but with a short-handled, strung racket and a larger, somewhat softer ball.

Other Words From

• racquet·baller noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of racquetball¹

First recorded in 1965–70; racquet + ball ¹

Example Sentences

The total area covered by the sail is around that of a racquetball court, and as photons from the sun bounce off the shiny surface, they will propel the craft forward.

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In a day, he'll play basketball and racquetball, lift weights and run, then throw.

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Wolfe is in terrific shape and an admitted sports nut who loves skydiving, waterskiing, and racquetball.

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Did you know of any coach who had time to play racquetball and football in the afternoons?

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