lacrosse

[ luh-kraws, -kros ]

noun

1. a game, originated by Indians of North America, in which two 10-member teams attempt to send a small ball into each other's netted goal, each player being equipped with a crosse or stick at the end of which is a netted pocket for catching, carrying, or throwing the ball.

lacrosse

/ ləˈkrɒs /

noun

1. a ball game invented by Native Americans, now played by two teams who try to propel a ball into each other's goal by means of long-handled hooked sticks that are loosely strung with a kind of netted pouch

Word History and Origins

Origin of lacrosse¹

1710–20, Americanism; < Canadian French: literally, the crook (stick used in the game). See crosse

Word History and Origins

Origin of lacrosse¹

C19: Canadian French: the hooked stick, crosier

Example Sentences

But the sport he has chosen to pursue in college is lacrosse.

From Los Angeles Times

“Natalie is so talented, I just found the open space and trusted her,” said Kung, a senior who also plays soccer and lacrosse.

From Los Angeles Times

“Makena and I have practiced that play over and over and we were locked in tonight,” said Oberholtzer, who also plays lacrosse.

From Los Angeles Times

Only a sophomore, he was the Mission League offensive player of the year in lacrosse as a freshman.

From Los Angeles Times

Several new Olympic sports are set to enter the scene in 2028, with the International Olympic Committee approving the addition of baseball and softball, cricket, flag football, lacrosse and squash.

From Salon