volleyball

[vol-ee-bawl]

noun

1. a game for two teams in which the object is to keep a large ball in motion, from side to side over a high net, by striking it with the hands before it touches the ground.

2. the ball used in this game.

volleyball

/ ˈvɒlɪˌbɔːl /

noun

1. a game in which two teams hit a large ball back and forth over a high net with their hands

2. the ball used in this game

Word History and Origins

Origin of volleyball¹

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900; volley + ball ¹

Example Sentences

"When I first came here, we were using the same gym the volleyball and basketball teams use," she said.

From BBC

Its campus and enrollment are tiny, but Marymount High is a giant in the world of high school volleyball and this year’s squad looks to have the talent to compete for a championship.

From Los Angeles Times

He also played volleyball, basketball and ran track.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of the toughest tickets, Guenther said, are gymnastics, swimming, track and field, and beach volleyball.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s Viva Las Vegas for the top girls volleyball teams in Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times