roundball

[ round-bawl ]

noun

, Informal.

1. the game of basketball.

Word History and Origins

Origin of roundball¹

An Americanism dating back to 1935–40; round ¹( def ) + ball ¹( def )

Example Sentences

And as the Final Four roars into Cleveland this week —- Clark is there after scoring 41 in the regional final to dethrone Angel Reese and the defending champion Tigers — those roundball revolutionaries are getting a long overdue salute.

From Seattle Times

Dickinson had been quiet throughout his closely watched recruitment, though he did say on the “RoundBall” podcast this week that deciding where he would play next season had been weighing heavily on him.

From Washington Times

Unflappable on the sideline, Wright says he’s not coming out with a list of catchphrases — though how can he not say “ bang ” on a big Nova 3? — or try and predict plays like a roundball Tony Romo.

From Seattle Times

Roundball rock: Don’t look now, but it’s already basketball season in College Park, with the Maryland men and women both beginning their 2022-23 campaigns on Monday.

From Washington Times

The pandemic canceled both the Roundball Classic and the McDonald’s Game.

From New York Times